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"The Slow Flower Movement Aims to Create a More Sustainable Flower Industry" By Rachel Kester

Summary By Adore Patterson

The Sierra Club Article I stumbled upon was "The Slow Flower Movement Aims to Create a More Sustainable Flower Industry" by Rachel Kester. The article targets issues stemming from the blooming of flowers in the spring while following up with how excessive pesticides are damaging to the environment. Kester highlights how flowers are meant to be beautiful gifts all year around and even beautiful to look at. However, the packaging and process of creating and gifting these beautiful flowers are unsustainable. While, acknowledging the issues Kester emphasizes how farmers are taking steps to reduce to amount of waste and toxins going into growing flowers.

Farmers are also recommending that people go out and support local farms rather than shopping for flowers from around the world. It contributes positively to the local economy while also reducing waste. Some florists and farmers highlight their experiences, asserting that they sell what is within season and refuse to push past their limits to sell things that are not. While, other farmers and florists see the beauty within offering many different flowers and growing different flowers all year around. The article also emphasizes how flower-farming is not what it seems and is very demanding as florists have to constantly adapt and work with nature. Kester states, "Once the flowers are cut, producers usually refrigerate them and fly them to their distant destination, which can contribute to excessive carbon dioxide emissions. " Further suggesting that buying flowers from all over the world negatively impacts our environment. If we buy more from local farmers, it eliminates the travel and does not require as much pesticides and harmful chemicals.

This article highlights the flower industry and how things so beautiful are still harmful in some way. I never thought about or considered how much chemicals go into preserving flowers and how they are sold. This article gave me lots of insight into the dangers of buying flowers that are not grown locally as I would have never known they were being sprayed. I also consider of all the times I have sniffed my flower, only inhaling all of those chemicals and not having a clue.

Link: https://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/slow-flower-movement-aims-create-more-sustainable-flower-industry

"Young people are losing their cultural heritage to light pollution" by Paige Cromley

Summary By Aisha Allab

After browsing through the Sierra Club website, I came across an article titled, "Young People Are Losing Their Cultural Heritage to Light Pollution." This article highlights how the increasing levels of artificial light at night are erasing our view of the stars, leading to a loss of cultural heritage for young people. It discusses the impact of light pollution on Indigenous heritage and the importance of preserving dark skies for future generations. The article emphasizes the need for awareness and action to protect the night sky from further light pollution.

This issue is intriguing because it connects environmental concerns with cultural and historical preservation. As modern society continues to expand and develop, we often overlook the less obvious consequences, such as losing the ability to see the stars. This loss not only affects our connection to nature but also strips away a part of our cultural identity and history. The idea that future generations may never experience a truly dark night sky is both alarming and motivating, highlighting the importance of taking steps to mitigate light pollution and preserve our shared heritage.

The Art of Making Due With Less (and Being Happier For It)

By: Mikylah Jackson

This article encourages people to rethink their relationship with materialistic things. The article talks about ways to reduce our dependence on buying brand-new things and to try to focus more on borrowing, regifting, and reusing what we don't use/ never used before. The article emphasizes the importance of engaging in local shared communities and embracing sustainable practices. The author uses an example of renting gear or reusing repair programs. She also talks about the Buy Nothing project. This project promotes giving away or exchanging items within your community, which also has the advantage of fostering happier, healthier, more connected communities. Ultimately, this article advocates for finding lasting happiness and fulfillment, not through possessing material things but through conscious consumption, reuse, and community consumption.

I thought this topic was really interesting because it challenges the culture of overconsumption and promotes a more mindful, sustainable approach to life. I really like this article because I feel like it reminds me that people can find happiness through reusing, sharing, and connecting with others. I also liked that instead of just telling people she also offers practical solutions that benefit both the environment and person well-being.

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