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5Feb

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Pop Culture

How to Go Vegetarian

By Krish Gupta The recent popularization of vegetarian and vegan diets across the world has occurred as a result of growing consciousness about the health benefits of these diets, the animal cruelty that is central to the production of meat and animal products, and the meat industry’s environmental recklessness. Despite all the benefits associated with vegan and vegetarian diets, misconceptions about plant-based diets remain prevalent, causing many to disregard the idea of transitioning to a new, environmentally-conscious diet. As a recently-turned vegetarian who feels healthier than ever, I can tell you that the majority of these ideas are false — a vegetarian or vegan diet can supply you with all the energy and nutrients needed to remain healthy, while also allowing you to enjoy delic...

What Can Hollywood Do to Combat the Climate Crisis?

By Zahra Lohoue, George School, and Grace Morrison It’s time for Hollywood to step up, and take action to address the climate crisis. With social media and the culture of the digital age, celebrities are at the center of the spotlight on and off stage. Their spotlight should be used to highlight issues around the world, such as the climate crisis. Although the news covers natural disasters caused by climate change, information about the crisis does not end up on many social media users’ feeds, therefore celebrities should use their large platforms to raise awareness and reach the masses. A few celebrities, such as Shailene Woodley, Alan Horn and James Cameron, understand the immediate dangers of the climate crisis and are taking action, which is a step in the right direction. ...

Which Plant-Based Alternative Milk is Best for the Environment?

By Mila Maltby, Sidwell Friends School When you walk down the milk aisle in your local grocery store, there are often rows and rows of plant-based alternative options: almond, oat, soy, and coconut, just to name a few. You might wonder, why not just drink cow’s milk? One reason is the significant environmental impact of the production and consumption of cow’s milk. Every day, farmers tend to approximately 270 million cows just to produce milk and other dairy products. Dairy cows and their manure emit large amounts of greenhouse gases: around 18% of all GHG emissions worldwide -- more than the entire transport sector, which includes automobiles, trains, ships, and planes. Additionally, cow manure and fertilizers often degrade nearby local water sources. Finally, dairy farming and feed pr...