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Public Transportation Weighed Against Personal Vehicles
The United States is the third largest country by land mass, preceded only by countries with large areas of harsh tundra: Russia and Canada (Sauders, 2023). Public transportation is...
Hostile landscaping: how the term sustainability can be misused as an excuse for exclusion
In many urban areas, homelessness is a prevalent and persisting issue, with many efforts in place to reduce the number of individuals on the street. Unfortunately, our society does...
Furniture Waste in the U.S.: What you can do
Waste doesn’t disappear when it leaves the house. When it gets thrown out, it goes somewhere. Furniture waste is a growing environmental concern on many fronts: Energy Consumption- the...
Period Products: A Case for the Cup
For something that is natural and unavoidable for anyone with a uterus, periods are incredibly unsustainable. According to National Geographic, people who menstruate are predicted to use between 5,000...
Delicious and Eco-Friendly: Sustainable Vegan Holiday Recipes to Brighten Your Celebrations
It’s that magical time of the year again! When the air is tinged with festive warmth, the thought of the holiday season awakens anticipation. It can also be a...
Sustainable Wrapping Paper Alternatives
Over the course of the next month or so, millions across the globe will eagerly await to tear into their Hanukkah and Christmas presents. Each surprise gift will be...
Navigating conversations about sustainability with skeptics
Although the holidays can be a time of unity, joy, and rest with family and friends, it can also be stressful when interacting with family members who may hold...
Navigating the Future: BART’s Vital Role in the Bay Area
Public transportation has been an integral part of the Bay Area’s identity for decades, with the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system standing as a testament to the region’s...
Your triple A’s don’t belong in the compost… and other tips for e-waste disposal!
What are you supposed to do with dead lightbulbs? What about old phones? Even items that pop-up more frequently, like dead batteries or random electrical cords – do you...
Easter Island: A Cautionary Tale
Jared Diamond, author of Twilight at Easter, specializes in ecology and geology. He recounts his own experiences at Easter Island and offers geological, ecological, and historical evidence to share...