Sustainability in general has always been an important factor in my education as an environmental science major. Speaking from an environmental standpoint, production and consumption are two very important factors.

Waste is on the rise. Electronic waste is growing at an alarming rate. Approximately 14 percent of food is lost in the supply chain. We consume much more than we need on a daily basis. The consumer, while not responsible for the business practices of the companies we buy from, hold more power than we think. If those that are able, start buying specifically environmentally friendly, or ethically sourced products, slowly companies will listen and change their models. A good example of this is the rise of vegan options for plant based meats, and non dairy milk options. This is because the demand has increased, and businesses need to keep up with what the consumer demands. You and I hold the power to demand change.

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