When we talk about our issues, we generally speak of inclusion, acceptance, employment, education, and affordable housing, etc. Rarely have ecology and green issues come up. I think this needs to change because green affects our lives. I read “How to avoid Climate Change” by Bill Gates and it opened my eyes to the dangers of climate change, and I feel now that green is our issue. I now limit the amount of meat and dairy I consume. On short trips, I take the bus. These may be small steps but I am trying to do my part in protecting our planet earth.