Sustainability Over Spring Break!

By Kathleen McElroy

I’m sure Spring Break can’t come soon enough for some of us, and I am definitely looking forward to it. While Spring Break is the perfect time to have fun with friends and family, the break can also be a great time for practicing sustainable habits! Here is a guide of sustainability tips you can consider implementing to make your trip fun and green!

Travel

The cold weather is not speaking to me whatsoever, and the only thing I want right now is warm weather. Spring Break is the perfect time to find your eco-friendly getaway. Whether you find an eco-friendly mode of transportation (train, bus, carpooling!) or an eco-friendly accommodation (eco-lodges, camping, resorts that prioritize sustainable practices), trips can be made sustainable without sacrificing any fun!

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Reusable Items 

My big Stanley water bottle keeps all my beverages nice and cold for hours, and I will definitely bring my Stanley with me on my trip. Reusable items are great for reducing waste, and bringing a water bottle will keep you nice and hydrated. Other items, like reusable shopping bags, don’t take up much space and are fabulous for the environment!

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Activities

The perfect break after hours spent in the library is reconnecting with nature. Eco-friendly activities, like hiking and biking, are the perfect way to destress, and they are so good for the environment!

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Eating

Spring Break could be the perfect time for you to try to implement some vegan or vegetarian meals! These options have lower carbon footprints than meat-based diets, and can be modified for anyone’s preference!

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I hope everyone has a fabulous Spring Break!