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An “Unprecedented” Moment: Community Resources for Social and Environmental Action
First and foremost, I want to make clear that the views expressed in this piece are my own. Given recent events with the Trump administration and the feelings expressed...
Frazzled Doomscrolling is Out. Fish Doorbells and Finding Daisies are In.
Doomscrolling is a tempting habit. Opening social media often releases an overwhelming flood of negative news, and it sometimes feels like the line between staying informed and burning out...
“What does sustainability mean to you?”
I remember hearing about the term ‘Climate Change’ from my Dad when he would watch the news. I never really paid much attention to it then because I thought...
Climate in Crisis: Trump’s Paris Withdrawal and the Global Response
With Donald Trump’s return to the White House, climate policy in the United States faces another seismic shift. On his first day back in office, January 20th, he wasted...
Sustainable Success: Industry Leaders That Are Changing The World
In today’s entrepreneurial landscape with a focus on sustainability, there is a growing concern surrounding the impact of innovations on our planet and their contributions to climate change. Often,...
Moo-ve Over Cows: the Environmental Footprint of Milk Alternatives
Over the years, I have sampled a plethora of dairy milk and milk alternatives. Suffice to say, the path to choosing the perfect milk can become a rabbit hole....
Expectation vs. Reality: The struggles of a global community
I grew up in a privileged household. If I wanted something, the answer would always be yes or maybe, but rarely no. When I got home from school, I...
World’s Largest Coral Discovered!
It’s older than the United States… it’s so huge it’s visible from space… and it’s alive! Scientists have discovered the world’s largest coral in the southwest Pacific Ocean, and...
Understanding Proposition 4: California’s $10 Billion Plan for a Greener Future
In the recent election, California voters were presented with several propositions on the ballot. Among these was Proposition 4, which aimed to “authorize bonds for safe drinking water, wildfire...
Why Green Isn’t Always Clean: From Apps To Action
Greenwashing has become a common behavior in many industries, both intentional and unintentional. According to Zippia, 72% of companies in North America have admitted to greenwashing. This is a...