Over-consumption is, without a doubt, one of the root causes of our current climate crisis. Consider this – The United States makes up 6% of global population, yet consumes 35-40% of world resources. Our excessive consumer lifestyles have destructive ecological, psychological, and political consequences. Let’s take real climate action today by celebrating the internationally recognized holiday, Buy Nothing Day. Participating in this wholesome holiday can be in so many ways, a breathe of fresh air.
Cheers.
About Josh
After graduating from Wheaton College with an independently designed degree in "Global Sustainability," Josh Arnold founded Global Awareness Local Action (G.A.L.A.), a 501(c) 3 nonprofit based in his hometown of Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. G.A.L.A. works to build sustainable community through education, service, and advocacy. As G.A.L.A.'s Director, Josh inspires community volunteers to work together in integrating principles of sustainability into models of Food & Agriculture, Economy & Business, Town Planning & Design, and Personal Lifestyle. Josh describes his life as a constant "zooming in and out" from the global, to the local, and back to the global. Josh has participated in CSD 13-15 through SustainUS and Global Youth Action Network. Today, Josh's focus is more local as he juggles different roles on town committees including the town energy committee, agricultural commission, and historical society. For play, Josh likes marinating in wood-fired hot tubs, slurping juicy, ripe tomatoes, and getting lost in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
