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Global warming is a hugely urgent issue that needs our attention all year round. And while it may seem that our efforts would be futile for such an important cause, that’s not the case at all! What’s more is, we can help do our part right here in our homes, and in our own backyards!
This week on the podcast, Lauren is joined by high school science teacher, Karen, who has a passion for environmental sciences. Karen shares all about her devotion to saving the planet and how this can begin right at home with planting responsibly. As Karen discusses, this refers to planting native plants; the main benefit is that their roots can be as deep as 20 feet under the ground and in planting this, it helps to store and sequester carbon. How fascinating is this!? And, an added piece of fun for the kids involved, is that these plants help support populations of native butterflies and native bees. How cool that all of this has such an empowering trickle effect on our world? :)
Karen shares her wealth of knowledge on how we can all do our part - and a remarkable piece of information is in how we eat! Did you know that eating lower on the food chain is more sustainable and better for the Earth? Buying things that are more environmentally friendly is better for your pocket and the planet - so, wins all around!
It was truly awe-inspiring to hear you detail how you dedicate so much heart and time into saving our planet, Karen! Thank you for not only doing your part but for empowering and educating so many others to do so as well - it is astounding to witness such passion for an incredible cause!
This episode was one for the books, and is right on time as we all head out to buy our plants for the year. The best time for planting native plants is now, so let’s go team!
Thank you so much Karen, we absolutely loved having you on the podcast!
Tune in to hear more :)
Xx, the Boob Broads
Show Notes:
What You Need to Know Before Spraying for Mosquitoes
Natural Communities
Sag Moraine Native Plant Sale
2022 WEST COOK WILD ONES NATIVE PLANT SALE
Selecting Native Plants - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Grow Native
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center
Lemont Township Woodland Sanctuary
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
Video for Kids: What is Climate Change