Focus the Nation UC Davis
Sustainable Culture Showcase and Green Bag Lunch
January 31, 2008
Noon – 1:30 pm
Freeborn Hall
Curious about how culture can help solve global warming? Kim Stanley Robinson, the renowned climate science fiction author will speak about American culture and climate change. The Sustainable Living Circus will express sustainability through drama and dance. Bring your own green bag lunch and enjoy the show!
How to pack a “Green Bag Lunch”
Make Zero Waste
- Use re-usable lunch bag, containers, thermos, cup, utensils, and napkins: visit www.wastefreelunches.org for handy tips
Eat Sustainably
- Eat local and seasonal, check out a Farmer’s Market for good food
- Eat with respect for the land and social responsibility
- Vegetarian is ‘greener’ because it requires less energy
- Buy sustainable animal protein
Delight your Senses
- Keep it interesting!
- Read inspiring blogs like Lunch in a Box or Vegan Lunch Box
- Try peanut butter & honey on crackers to break the bread monotony, hummus and pita, roasted seasonal vegetables, or last night’s leftovers!
Tips from Linda Adams, dietitian, University Dining Services Camille Kirk, Focus the Nation project coordinator
How to buy a "Green Bag Lunch"
The UC Davis Coffee House will be serving a special, sustainable menu on January 31. Bring your own dishes and the CoHo will happily serve your "green bag lunch" to go.