Sustainability

I’ve had to dive into the world of purchased gifts and online shopping to fulfill my gift giving duties. A world, filled with glitter wrapping and shiny new objects, that we should all approach thoughtfully, as it has many negative impacts on the natural world we rely on.

If you love coffee, you may have noticed that many coffee shops charge extra for nondairy milk alternatives such as oat milk, almond milk and soy milk. For college students, this extra $1 that is oftentimes added to a roughly $6 latte in Berkeley can seem puzzling.

It’s important for individuals to be cognizant of the amount of organics they’re sending out with the trash each day. However, is there a point where the emphasis on food waste at the household level can do more harm than good?

If one gets down to the product itself and what Hadid is trying to promote, Guest in Residence may be a push in the right direction.

Climate awareness is such an important tool for adults and younger audiences alike. It's why incorporating teaching into the role of researchers and professionals is crucial to inspire the next generation. 

For the second part of this series, I am going to delve into transportation's carbon emissions and what you can do to decrease your carbon footprint. 

If you think your composting journey ends after ordering and installing your compost bin, think again. While you made a great decision to start composting, you have a lot more responsibility ahead of you.