Emily is leading Sustainable GFS and Sustainable BMS in their efforts toward identifying and implementing zero waste projects within the schools. Emily was part of the original composting parental support team at both of these schools and is now working, along with Sustainable Westport, to support other schools as they start their composting programs.

What sustainable choices do you incorporate into your and your family’s lifestyle?

“We compost at home and use a collection service because [that way] I can put bones, eggshells and all our coffee grinds in. Plus, it’s super convenient! Also, we planted an organic garden in the backyard which provides most of our greens in the spring and summer months. And while we may have too many beans and zucchini sometimes, it feels great to reduce our carbon footprint. Oh, we switched to MowGreen this year! It’s an all-electric, organic landscaping company.”

What sustainable changes were the most challenging to make for you?

“I felt terribly having the conversation with our previous landscaper [about] the need to move to greener technologies. These are people that you have year-round relationships with, but ultimately, we felt that making the move was necessary for the environment and our family.”

Any sustainable goals for 2022?

“Yes! We already have one EV but I am excited to get rid of my gas-guzzling SUV this year and replace it with something that is electric.”