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Journey to a Sustainable Kitchen

As Earth Day draws near, you may be wondering what to do and where to start. This class focuses on money-saving swaps you can start doing today to take action towards reducing waste in the home, focusing on the largest waste producer, the kitchen. Conservatory Sustainability Coordinator Heather Bell will guide you through your journey to a more sustainable kitchen, and GreenSpot Coordinator Christy Walters will discuss the positive impacts these swaps have on water quality.

Topics include:
-Minimizing food waste
-Becoming an informed consumer
-Some product swaps

At the end of class, you’ll make a natural cleaning solution to take home to become an instant replacement for disposable cleaning wipes- just add your own rags!

Christy Walters of GreenSpot Columbus will co-lead the class, providing insight into water conservation through sustainable cooking practices with a focus on minimizing food waste and utilizing kitchen scraps effectively. GreenSpot is a free membership-based program that provides a framework to think about sustainability and a way to log your successes. It is free to join and there is no fee or cost ever. If you live in Columbus, or Franklin County and surrounding counties, you are eligible! Click on the image below to become a member:

If necessary, please check your spam folder for communications about this class. Please contact Nicole Tabit if you have food allergies, dietary restrictions or questions and concerns regarding ingredients.

Instructor: Heather Bell Heather Bell is the Sustainability Coordinator at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Her degree is in Environment, Economy, Development, & Sustainability from OSU. While that's her first love, cooking and baking are her second. She started learning from the best: her great-grandmother. When she was 5 years old she baked her first apple pie and hasn’t stopped experimenting and learning. You’re invited to take a class with Heather where she’ll share her tips on adding that “chefy” spin to a meal with a touch of sustainability.
Instructor: Christy Walters Christy Walters of GreenSpot Columbus will co-lead the class, providing insight into water conservation through sustainable cooking practices with a focus on minimizing food waste and utilizing kitchen scraps effectively.