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Video: Washington DC – Climate Action Without Representation
Join Climate Classes D.C. and the D.C. chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby to learn about the current states of climate action and home rule—and what is at stake. D.C.’s limited self-governance has wide-ranging, unjust consequences. In this panel, we discussed foundational information on D.C.’s Home Rule and D.C.’s climate action, as well as what the…
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Recipe: Banana Peel Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting
Chef Bert Brown-Orleans cooked up some delicious snacks with Climate Classes and Common Good City Farm using scrap foods and provided the recipes so you can try at home! Enjoy his Banana Peel Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting recipe: This recipe uses the peels from very ripe bananas, which are pureed into a smooth mixture…
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Recipe: Herb Stem Tahini Dip
Chef Bert Brown-Orleans cooked up some delicious snacks with Climate Classes and Common Good City Farm using scrap foods and provided the recipes so you can try at home! Enjoy his Herb Stem Tahini Dip recipe: This recipe uses the stems of fresh herbs, which are packed with flavor and often discarded. The stems of…
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Recipe: Kale Stem Hummus
Chef Bert Brown-Orleans cooked up some delicious snacks with Climate Classes and Common Good City Farm using scrap foods and provided the recipes so you can try at home! Enjoy his Kale Stem Hummus recipe: This recipe uses the tough stems from kale, turning them into a creamy and flavorful hummus. The key is to…
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“Create Night” puts a sustainable spin on Valentine’s Day
Attendees at the Brookland Arts Walk event in D.C. embraced sustainable Valentine’s Day by creating eco-friendly gifts using donated items from Goodwill. The collaboration, aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and inclusivity, provided an opportunity for people to celebrate the holiday through heartfelt, cost-effective, and creative activities. The event fostered a welcoming atmosphere, allowing attendees to…
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DIY: Repair Your Luggage for Summer (and other) Travel
Summer is just around the corner—and so are summer vacations. In preparation for travel this year, I replaced all four wheels on my suitcase. I chose to repair the wheels, rather than buying a new suitcase, in part because it is a sustainable option, but also because my suitcase is not otherwise damaged (I purchased…
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DC’s Climate Future: The Potomac & Anacostia Rivers
In our last newsletter, we discussed how climate change will affect water resources in the western United States. In this newsletter, we explore the impacts of climate change in the eastern United States, specifically the DC region. While the climate and water challenges in the Mid-Atlantic are quite different than in Western states, the science…
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The Colorado River & The Future of Western Water
The Colorado River has recently made national news due to the collective overdraft of the river system by neighboring states. Overuse of the Colorado River is caused by both over-allocation of the water (i.e., states have more water rights than the river can actually yield) and the impacts of anthropogenic climate change. Reductions in Colorado…
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Six Sustainable & Money-Saving Gift Wrapping Ideas
Disclaimer: this blog was originally published by Carolyn Becker on the Goodwill blog. Why spend even more money this season on gift wrapping materials when you can spend less and create a meaningfully memorable experience by sustainably wrapping presents?! By sustainably wrapping your gifts, you’re giving back FOUR times to: Here are five ways to…
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Sustainable Tips for Holiday Travel
During the holidays, many people head home to visit family and friends, which often involves interstate (or even cross-country travel). Whether you are driving across town or flying across the country, Climate Classes has some tips for reducing your carbon footprint when you travel. Consider Taking the Train or Bus. Train and bus travel use…
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