Highlights & Happenings

What Is Environmental Racism? Civil rights leader Dr. Benjamin Chavis coined the term in 1982, providing a thorough environmental racism definition: “racial discrimination in environmental policy-making, the enforcement of regulations and laws, the deliberate...

All About Food Access The Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN defines food access as “access by individuals to adequate resources for acquiring appropriate foods for a nutritious diet.” The concept basically encompasses the ways someone can or cannot access...

Every year on April 22nd, we celebrate the planet we all call home. Earth Day is a day to recognize the beauty, the importance, and the struggles of the world we share. As we consider our impact on our environment and the steps we can take to protect it, let’s explore...

Spring is often associated with growth and new beginnings, so it’s no surprise that spring is a bountiful time for plants! If you’re headed to the grocery store or farmer’s market and want to know what’s fresh, or if you’re looking to do some gardening this spring,...

March 20th is the International Day of Happiness, also known as Happiness Day! It’s a time to dwell on the importance of happiness and mental well-being in our lives and in the world around us. As we seek happiness for ourselves, our loved ones, and our local and...

Solar Appreciation Day is an annual event that raises awareness about the importance and benefits of solar energy. It’s celebrated worldwide on the second Friday of March (March 10th in 2023). Solar Appreciation Day recognizes the role of solar energy in meeting our...