Sustainable Christmas Tips
How To Have A Sustainable Holiday Dinner
All holiday traditions include a feast. Learn how you can make yours more environmentally friendly.
There exists a war among humans on what the best diet is in terms of sustainability. On a grand scale, one or two feasts aren’t likely going to contribute much to your global footprint. However, the choices you make at your holiday celebrations can continue the rest of the year.
While vegans, sustainably-minded omnivores, and regenerative farmers all want the same things, there exists an illusion of division. We all want what’s best for the planet, animals, human nutrition, and the ecosystem. Media and online debates might make it feel like we’re on opposing sides but with a little understanding, the holidays are the best time for these groups to form a cohesive team. Think of how powerful we could be if we joined together.
Most people today are disconnected from where our food comes from and how it’s produced. People who are aware of CAFOs, chicken houses, and pig crates are repulsed by these practices. They’re the product of businessmen with a myopic sight on profits. The same is true of agriculture. Repeatedly planting mono-crops with heavy farm machinery followed with fertilizer and…
