“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make.” Jane Goodall
We need to work on a daily basis to make a difference. Our actions to protect the planet are more important than ever. It is crucial to use our collective will to push policies to reduce carbon emissions and help reduce global warming. Federated Conservationists of Westchester County (FCWC), is an umbrella group that uses its platform to build relationships with climate activists throughout Westchester County. FCWC provides leadership that educates about environmental issues and unifies groups and individuals to protect and preserve Westchester’s environment and address climate change. It works with communities to encourage sustainable practices across the county. My guests are Anne Jaffe Holmes, Program Director of FCWC and Tracy Stora, who will soon be taking over the reigns from Anne as Program Director. Tracy has over ten years of experience working with local, county, and state stakeholders addressing climate-related hazards affecting coastal communities in New York . We discuss the importance of community outreach and the need to create grassroots efforts to bring together voices to protect the environment and natural resources of our county, with the focus of bringing in the voices that have been historically left out…For more information go to FCWC.org. Check out past shows on hudsonriverradio.com and malcolmpresents.com. Please subscribe to TMSOG podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Amazon, Spreaker.com, iHeartRadio and more. Follow us on FB and Instagram @tmshadesofgreen #RaiseYourEcoConsciousness