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Definitely - I couldn't agree more.  I would much rather pay a little extra at the farmer's market to obtain healthier food options than to not eat healthy and suffer health problems.  Not only are health problems costly physically, but financially they can be crushing.  The number of Americans living with a chronic health condition is around...

Organic farming typically results in lower crop yields and requires nitrogen-rich soil.  With the issues facing our climate due to global warming, I'm not convinced 100% organic farming can feed the world, however, I do feel it is a step in the right direction to providing healthier food options.

I think people in North America eat more meat than other places because it's often more affordable for these individuals.  Many holiday traditions are centered around meat and these traditions are handed down generation to generation.  Another factor are the marketing campaigns put forth by the meat industry encouraging people to eat beef,...

I joined the challenge because I wanted to learn more about how I can live a greener and more ec0-friendly life.

The Willamette River near Oak Grove, OR. 

Rain is the major source of water along with natural springs and snow melt. 

Commercial and residential properties need to change irrigation systems to Weathermatic Smartlink weather based systems to save 20%-50% in wasted water. 70% of water used at commercial properties is for landscape irrigation so the impact of utilizing updated technology will save millions of gallons in wasted water in Portland alone. 

I have collapsible organizer bins in my car that I use if I don't have reusable bags.  

It's extremely important to understand where our food comes from.  One of the biggest concerns a society should have is what is happening to their food and water supply.  I definitely feel this information would add to one's quality of life.

I try not to utilize single-use items, and if I do, I try to use them more than once.  I have been taking my own bags to the store for over a year and no longer feel guilty for throwing the plastic bags away.