Before we get into what I am doing to make my wedding a little more green, let’s take a second to think about items that traditionally appear in weddings, shall we? Bride’s wedding dress, groom’s tuxedo, wedding party attire, rings, flowers, food (plates, napkins, silverware, cups), decorations…and that isn’t even close to everything. Now, think… Read more »
Entries by Krista Bailey
Moving to a more responsible lifestyle, without the shock element (part 1)
by Amy Mazurek Sustainability Studies Student As we approach Earth Day, we’ve decided to share a series of reflections on how one person is trying to move towards a more responsible, and sustainable, lifestyle. Moving to an organic, sustainable, and greener lifestyle sounds great, but can be overwhelming. The earth-loving life is enticing, but the… Read more »
Risks of GMOs
By Holly Eaton Sustainability Studies student Now that I have stated the benefits towards the use of genetically modified organisms, I must explain the risks associated with them as well. The topic of genetically modified organisms is very controversial right now so a lot of people are strongly against the idea of them. According to… Read more »
Benefits of GMO’s
By Holly Eaton Sustainability Studies Student Although a lot of people disagree with the use of genetically modified organisms, there are some possible benefits to the use of them. According to the article “The Future of Food: An Introduction to the Ethical Issues in Genetically Modified Foods” written by Margaret McLean, there are several benefits… Read more »
What is a GMO?
By Holly Eaton Sustainability Studies student In the news and on the social media sites we often hear about the term GMO. What is a GMO and what purpose does it serve? The term GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organism, such as plants or animals that have been genetically modified with DNA from bacteria, viruses,… Read more »
Organic + Homegrown = Health
Realistic ways anyone can plan to reduce pesticides and save money in your life 1. Make your own compost Don’t buy dirt anymore- save food scraps from landfill you can save money. 2. Grow your own vegetables Eliminate the transportation costs involved in the supermarkets. Eat truly fresh foods –actually picked straight of the vine…. Read more »
What the Frack?!
By Ashley Fink If you’ve been keeping up with environmental news lately, then you know all about fracking. If you’re one of those in the dark, I’ll shed a little light on this term. No, it’s not that cool word that not-so-subtly replaced a certain “more colorful” word in the Stargate SG1 universe. Fracking is… Read more »
Living Off the Fat of the Land
By Richard Hall Sustainability Studies student If you are hungry, just look around and with a keen eye, and you will find food. Even though the American food economy has made sure to keep people eating and hungry for more and more store shelves full of options, others are hungry for something different. Foraging for… Read more »
Sustainability – It starts at home!
By Bryan Good You want fresh vegetables but aren’t sure if your grocery store has yours or their best interest in mind. Vegetable stands are nice but you don’t know how long since they’ve been picked. This post is a discussion of a couple benefits of gardening. At first glance, gardening appears to be a project… Read more »
Local Food Systems
By Blake Johnson Sustainability Studies student When thinking about what a perfect sustainable food system is, the first thing that comes to mind would be organic. The idea that fresh, clean, and safe foods are the best way for a sustainable system is only a small portion of exactly what needs to be done. Where… Read more »