The article discusses the record-breaking global temperatures of 2024, which were 2.3 degrees Fahrenheit above the 20th-century baseline. This alarming rise has significant impacts, with 27 billion-dollar climate-related disasters occurring in the U.S. alone. It emphasizes the necessity for collective action in adopting sustainable practices, suggesting that individuals begin dialogues about sustainability in their communities. Sandra Goldmark advocates for these conversations as essential for fostering a cultural shift towards more environmentally responsible behaviors. The piece calls for lifestyle changes, particularly criticizing fast fashion for its harmful environmental effects, and proposes practical steps individuals can take to contribute to sustainability efforts.
As exciting as it is when certain records are bested, others are better left alone. Last year was the warmest year on record.”
Many modern conveniences have created an excess of carbon in our atmosphere, which impacts our health while creating meteorological havoc.
‘Talking about what you are doing to be more sustainable, and asking others about their practices, is a key part of making these efforts a collective undertaking.’ - Sandra Goldmark
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