We have all been told that local foods are the best. What people are unaware of, is the middle man: factors that exist in order to obtain them. Energy-consuming variables need to be taken into account to see if local foods are truely beneficial. #sustainable_engineering
Food-miles are an important measurement when considering local food. The consumer must also consider other factors such as water use and harvesting techniques to ensure the lowest possible carbon footprint #sustainable_engineering
People opt to eat food that comes from a local farm in hopes that it's better for the environment; however, other factors are involved in the final product. People must consider foods' production and harvest which may offset benefits from local produce. #Sustainable_Engineering
Just like my house in South O, many homes in America were built almost a century ago and use outdated technological systems. These homes are deemed inefficient by today's standards so we need to update these systems to reduce our nation's energy demand #sustainable_engineering
There are 2 schools of thought within geoengineering: capturing & storing CO2 to prevent its planetary side effects or launching chemicals to deflect a portion of the sun's rays. We need to attack the root of the problem instead of looking for a quick fix #Sustainable_Engineering
People have adapted and now favor a reductionist mindset: one that only focuses on the minute details. A systematic approach emphasizes the larger components within a complex network. Both of these thought processes are essential in the world of #sustainable_engineering