CONSERVE TO SERVE

The Green Team is so excited to announce the approval for the Her World conference this March 28th! Students will hear from expert guest speakers, engage in fun activities, and discuss climate related issues in the context of today. 

Would you eat sea food grown in a lab? This is what NC start up company Atlantic Fish Company is aiming to do. To grow fish in a lab, fish stem cells are isolated, and used to grow parts of the fish able to be eaten. This method, like other lab based food solutions is seen as a low carbon footprint, and ethical alternative to the current fishing industry. This company, funded by NC Biotechnology Center hopes to have its first lab grown fish tasting this spring- would you try it? 

Read more about this company's efforts here

Did you know that 30% of U.S adults have travel plans over the spring break period? This means increased carbon emissions, increased littering of vacation sites, and increased consumerism. While spring break travel plans can be damaging for the environment there are ways to mitigate them! Some ideas include: 

• When traveling, use public transportation instead of renting a car/ubering 

• Plan eco-friendly activities such as a walk in the park or create crafts with recyclable materials 

• Participate in a local park clean up 

Read some more ideas for a sustainable spring break at the links below! 

Sustainable spring break: how to plan a green getaway

Sustainable activities to do during March break