environment — Journal — Jasmine M. Harrison

Modern Boheme vol. 13 | Mushrooms are Magical for the Environment

Mushrooms are low-energy, low carbon footprint, nutrient dense fungi that can aid in the rehabilitation of degraded environments. October 15th was National Mushroom Day, which made me curious about their environmental impact. I discovered so much and had to share. Mushrooms have certainly received a lot of attention in recent years specifically for the adaptogenic properties that some possess. Read on to find out why we should be putting more mushrooms in the ground, and on our plates.

environmentJasmine HarrisonOctober 19, 2022october 2022, climate change, environment, mushrooms, fungiComment

Modern Boheme vol. 13 | Indigenous Peoples are Essential to the Environmental Movement

Indigenous people play a key role in stewarding biodiversity and it’s far time that they are respected and amplified as leaders in the climate and environmental movements. Monday is Indigenous Peoples’ Day (officially recognized in 14 states and 130+ cities) and we must move beyond simply recognizing Indigenous peoples and their contributions to centering their leadership.

Modern Boheme vol. 10 | How does space tourism impact climate change?

I won’t bury the lede, scientists need more information to truly predict how space tourism will impact climate change, but what they know so far doesn’t bode well.

Read on for the full breakdown of why scientists are concerned about space tourism’s impact on climate change.

Modern Boheme vol. 10 | Joy as Climate Change Resilience

Fragrant Jasmine wove around the doorway of my parents’ home in Sierra Leone when my mom was pregnant with me. The striking greenery, star-shaped flowers, and sweet scent are where I got my name and it feels fitting that 30-something years later I’m working to preserve the environment.

Modern Boheme vol. 10 | Good Earth News

It's easy to become overwhelmed by the negative climate and environmental news cycle. The reality is that humans have greatly accelerated and brought about climate change and it's wreaking havoc on nature, animals, and our own lives. I hope that you find ways to engage and follow the rapidly evolving climate news cycle.

Today, I wanted to break up some of the negative news with some good news. All is not yet lost and if we can continue to be optimistic and drive towards change, we can change course. Continue reading for some breakthroughs and good news in the areas of waste reduction, renewable energy, species, biodiversity, and the Land Back movement.

Exhibit Review: Arcadia Earth

Last weekend I visited Arcadia Earth, “a next-generation art exhibition and extended reality experience designed to reignite the conversation around the most pressing environmental issues of our time.” As a project manager for a national environmental leadership network and art lover, I was incredibly curious about how this exhibit would tell the story about climate change in an aesthetically pleasing way.

Sunday Brunch Round-up | Feb 21-27

This week’s feast for your senses.

environment, lifestyleJasmine HarrisonFebruary 28, 2021sunday brunch, weekly round up, food, Brene Brown, candles, environment, conservationComment