If a community supports environmentally friendly initiatives but still relies on a system that burns a lot of energy — like driving cars everywhere or living in large private homes — then nothing has really changed, a sustainability expert says.
on Aug. 6, 2021, when smoke from West Coast wildfires blew over the state.
Andrea Durbin, director of Portland’s Bureau of Planning and Sustainability, said her city “has really championed what we call a ‘20-minute neighborhood’” — everything from grocery stores to libraries to coffee shops are within easy walking and biking distance.But Durbin said even cities with big blocks can rethink a few things.
She also said it’s important for people to be personally committed and civically engaged. Individuals can make daily decisions about how they get around and what they reuse; they can also engage with elected officials and hold them accountable for their actions.
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