YES! Besides sequestering carbon, research is currently suggesting that biochar could reduce methane produced by livestock and increase tree survival rates. Planting millions of trees isn't helpful if the survival rate of those trees don't improve. 

In hopes of reducing my waste, I purchased reusable produce bags instead using the plastic ones provided by the grocery stores. 

A sustainable community is one that leaves the land and air better for future generations. The reduction of pollutants by changing the way we think about energy and the how we create the necessities of life.

We decided to drive to Montana instead of flying. It took longer to get there, but it gave us more flexibility in the long run. Plus, we had high quality time to spend together just talking and sharing our lives. 

No, first time hearing the term. In the PNW I think of it as growing crops or grazing chickens in your yard between your trees. 

Everyone: Watch Kiss The Ground on Netflix!! Narrated by Woody Harrelson, I was reluctant to watch thinking it’d bum me out but instead learned so much and it was fascinating! 

Response to q: Carbon drawdown is a benefit to regen ag because the result of minimal tilling sequesters enough carbon per acre to create a massive benefit when practiced widely. Better water retention in soil is another. 

Maybe it’s an unconscious affiliation with abundance? Not sure. When visiting Seoul in 2019 I noticed how expensive beef is (maybe $20-25 for a smallish steak) and fish somewhat less. Chicken was not as ubiquitous as in the US and there’s more tofu and veggies in cuisine. So meat is a luxury. 

Make soup stock! Use the trimmed ends from chopped veggies like scallions, mushrooms, anything. Bring to boil, cover and simmer for maybe 30min. The longer the better but I’m usually in a hurry. The use for soup right away or freeze for later use.