What do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than in other places, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How do we start shifting a meat-focused food culture?
I think people in the US associate meat with prosperity. It is at the same time a luxury and a right. I feel that one show on factory farming would open hearts and minds.
I just checked the weather and it looks like the excellent weather in Portland is going to hold through Wednesday which is the last day of this EcoChallenge. After that I see some rain in the forecast. And if I want to try to continue these good habits, I am going to have to get a new raincoat because mine delaminated and now it leaks. :(
So far I have replaced screen time with walking or reading an actual paper book. And sometimes I read while walking but that can cause obvious issues. :)
Half of all trips made in the US are three miles or less; 72% of them are driven. Do you feel that this fact applies to you? If so, how might you incorporate more muscle-powered transportation in your daily life?
Since I live so close to my grocery store I usually walk there (unless I’m getting something super heavy. Most other places I drive are farther away and involve carpooling with my children.
Liz Hardee 10/18/2018 4:18 PM
