Sustainability 101 featuring Andy Hirvela from Sun Prairie Utilities

The word "sustainability" has become a regular part of our society's vocabulary, but what exactly does this buzzword mean? Dive into Sustainability 101 with us and learn the true definition of sustainability (it's more than just helping the environment!), the 5 biggest barriers to living sustainably, and what you can do right now to take sustainable action in your own life.
(03:02) Sustainability as a buzzword
(06:28) Definition of sustainability
(12:21) Triple bottom line (people, profit, planet)
(16:57) Expanding the triple bottom line
(22:41) Do my actions actually make a difference?
(26:40) Our personal sustainable actions
(33:13) 5 biggest barriers to living sustainably
(46:37) Vote with your dollars
(52:07) Local action
(54:07) Tips for getting started