Intergenerational Climate Collaborative Project

Sue is grateful to have eight healthy, happy grandchildren.  She says, "I'm doing what I can to create a sustainable, just and peaceful future for my great-great-grandchildren."  Sue coordinates the Climate Collaboratory, a pilot project with We, the World and the University of Florida Extension.  The Baha'i-inspired Interfaith Climate Group is central to the intergenerational Florida Climate Conversation to Action Program.

Matteen Kashef is entering dental school at University of Florida, in Gainesville, Florida. He has recently completed his bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences, with a minor in Health Disparities in Society. As he moves forward further into the healthcare setting, he has become more cognizant of the waste that is accumulated. Why is it that there is so much dental waste? What are some ways to reorient our mindset and be more environmentally conscious? And further, what can inspire this new approach to reducing waste and being more sensible for our next generation of healthcare professionals?