Farewell, My Subaru
I saw Sarah Vowell speak at Texas Tech last night (she was fabulous!), and hot off the heels of that event comes another that I would like to attend:
Living Locally and Reducing Fossil Fuel While Still Living Like an American
On Thursday, March 5, at 6:30 p.m. the International Cultural Center (601 Indiana) will host a lecture and book-signing by Doug Fine, author of Farewell, My Subaru.
Fine, an N.P.R. contributor who has appeared on CNN and The Tonight Show, addresses mainstream Americans who want to do their part to protect the environment but find themselves strapped for time and puzzled about where to begin. Fine uses humor, not guilt, to let his audience realize that reducing one’s carbon footprint can be done one step at a time. The talk will be followed by an award ceremony during which the first G.r.e.e.n. (Grass Roots Efforts to Ecologize Neighborhoods) Award will be presented to Debbie Zak for her recycling efforts at North Ridge elementary school.
(emphasis mine)
Doug Fine’s website is worth a visit as well, especially his short film about the Farewell, My Subaru concept.
Is it possible for every American to live off-grid as Doug does? Probably not. Is it possible for every American to live locally and reduce our carbon footprint — without sacrificing most of our amenities?
Absolutely yes.
Share This
