My name is Ethan and I am currently a sophomore at ECU. I am majoring in biochemistry with a minor in chemistry and math. I have been a part of the Edible Landscape Initiative since the start of the project and I have enjoyed every moment of it. Being a member of this project has taught me so much about the environment and I am still learning new things every day.
I have always been passionate about the environment since I was a kid. Growing up I had a large backyard and memories of spending hot summers under the shade of the trees and playing with my sister or running around with my dog when it would snow. As I got older, I wanted to make sure that every generation got the opportunity to experience what I did and the only way to do so is to preserve the environment and prevent it from changing. The window in which we can make a big difference in the environment is closing and it is our responsibility to do everything in our power to help reverse as much damage as possible.
There are many ways that people can contribute to the preservation of our planet. Personally, I walk on campus as much as possible. It is a great way to get vitamin D and some physical activity in. I think walking to class helps me get into a learning mindset and allows me to do a quick mental recap of what I did the day before. I also use a reusable water bottle to help cut down on using plastic products. Lastly, I try to unplug devices that won’t be used for long periods of time such as my PlayStation or my TV. Small adjustments to our everyday lives can have a dramatically beneficial effect on the environment.
As I said earlier being a part of the Edible Landscape Initiative has taught me a lot and as a team member, I have grown as a person to be conscious of the environment. I would like to conclude this blog post by thanking everyone who has supported us and helped us through this amazing journey. I am also grateful for the amazing team that I work with every day.
-Ethan from the Edible Landscape Initiative
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