My vegan diet helps with less deforestation...but for cultivation in the amazon that is beginning to get intensified, it does have an impact. This is not necessarily diet related, but more so related to the agricultural practices (cultural) in tropical forests. REDD+ is trying to get involved through governmental actions, but there is a distrust amongst indigenous peoples as previously, the program almost destroyed their way of life. Is there a way for REDD+ to ensure culture while also saving the environment?

Was finally motivated to get the sink in our dorm repaired because of this challenge! Also started a compost bin in the dorm. We're becoming very green here at Sycamore. 

I learned there are dozens of women-owned businesses in our small community of Red Hook. And there are Many places to spend dollars locally with the businesses who support Drawdown goals. Thank you to our local businesses for what you do for climate.   Till next year!!