Category: Editorials
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Real or Fake Christmas Trees: Which is Better for the Environment?
It’s no secret that Christmas is the holiday of connection. Millions of families on December 25th sit around a Christmas tree opening up presents, laughing together in the moment. A central piece of the holiday, 25-30 million Christmas trees are sold every year in the United States. A tricky decision is consequently raised: real or…
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How Much Greener are Electric Cars?
We often hear that electric vehicles (EVs) are better for the planet, but just how true is this statement? NPR correspondent Camila Domonoske answered this question, exploring whether EVs are really as green as they are deemed to be. When asked if electric cars are better for the environment, Domonoske gives a short and straightforward…
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From Plastic to Paper Straws: Is It Worth It?
Over the past few years, plastic straws have become an emblem for plastic pollution across the world. Fueled by a viral video of a sea turtle with a 4-inch plastic straw up its nose, the backlash against plastic straws has resulted in initiatives by companies and food chains to utilize the more greener, sustainable alternative…
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Matcha–How Green Is It Really?
Today, matcha can be seen all over the world from food bloggers and influencers all the way to your fellow Lawrentian’s cup. While the new performative trend has exploded the popularity of matcha within the past few months, trends from the past few years already showed the increase in worldwide demand. Despite increasing exports helping…
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I Only Eat Organic: Does Organic Farming Really Affect Nutritional Content and Our Atmosphere?
Can organic farming feed the entire world? In the past decade, sales of various types of organic drinks and food have topped $80 billion, a five times increase from the past, and several different types of fields in which the main demand for an organic product exceeds supply. Organic farming has emerged as a growing…
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Fall Updates from Sus Rep Riley McKibben
As we head into Winter Term, the Sustainability Council celebrates an effective start to the year, having established the groundwork for upcoming initiatives. Through our biweekly full council meetings and weekly Leadership Team meetings, students have shown up in collaboration to create opportunities for the larger Lawrenceville community to engage with sustainability. Some of our…
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Trump’s 2nd Term : What Does It Mean For Sustainability?
On Tuesday, November 5th, the polls closed, and Donald J. Trump emerged victorious, becoming the 47th U.S president. While the results provoked admiration and approval for some, it also sent waves of shock, skepticism, and fear for others. Trump’s election sparked several questions, controversies, and debates, with one of the most pressing issues being climate…
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Spring Updates from the Editors in Chief
The Sustainability Council ended the year strong, with a Spring Term full of school-wide sustainable efforts. Students across campus celebrated Earth Month and opted for sustainable alternatives to throwing out their books and unwanted clothes at the end of the year. Here are some highlights from each subcommittee’s accomplishments this term: Connect with us: Instagram…
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Winter Updates from StuCo Sus Rep Ian Lee ’24
Sustainability flourished this Winter, with memorable events and tense competition characterizing Sustainuary 2024, a month-long period dedicated to environmental awareness. SusCo worked diligently each week to inspire waste reduction, outdoor wellness, and care for our surroundings. Here are some updates from each subcommittee: Connect with us: Instagram @lvillesustainability. ilee24@lawrenceville.org slaubach@lawrenceville.org Ian Lee ’24 Student Council…
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Fall Updates from StuCo Sus Rep Ian Lee ’24
With the conclusion of the Fall Term, The Lawrenceville Sustainability Council celebrates a productive start to the year and a solid foundation for new initiatives in the coming months. The council continues to provide opportunities for environmental awareness to the community, both through educational programming and substantial action. Some Fall highlights include: Looking forward, the…
