Our Environmental Philosophy

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The Critical Massive community is committed to reducing the environmental impact of the event. While we recognize that the event will always have some impact, by following the six R's we can work together to make the impact as small as possible:

The Six Rs:

Respect - In order to understand what it means to be a part of the solution, you have to begin with respect. Respect for all things: people, animals, bugs, birds, fish, snakes, rivers, lakes, oceans, trees, mountains, valleys and...you get the picture. And when venturing to Critical Massive, have respect for the site, for the Art, for all the other Participants & Critical Massive.

Rethink -- Everything on Earth is connected, and every decision you make has an impact. So rethink the things you bring with you and how you plan. THINK before you buy: "Where was this grown/made/manufactured? How far did it travel to get to the store? Under what conditions did the laborers work? Will its disposal be environmentally friendly? Do I really need this?

Check out where things are made and how they got to the store you're in. Read the labels, know what you're really buying. Look for similar items that are locally produced and that use minimal packaging.

Reduce -- Reduce the amount of junk you send to the landfill. Are you a good consumer or a good conservationist? Do you really need all the stuff you think you need? Combine trips to reduce driving emissions and save money too. Replace disposable items (cups, plates, etc.) with more permanent solutions. Make a game of it: see what you can do to use fewer resources to get the same effect or outcome.

Reuse -- Before you throw anything away or into a recycle bin, ask yourself "Can I use this again? For something else perhaps?" Those plastic tubs with lids that so many products are sold in work great for storing leftovers, or for arts and crafts projects. Use them for paints, glue, glitter, beads -- anything, really. Some of us believe that everything that we could ever possibly need for the rest of our lives is already here on the planet right now. It's up to us to find it. Tell everyone you know that "Obtanium" is the new "used".

Recycle -- If you simply can't find a new use, recycle everything possible.

Restore -- Always "pay it forward" and do your part. Try to make every place you visit a little bit nicer when you leave than when you got there. Be the change you want to see. Be the solution.

(Adapted from information provided by Greeningman)

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