Hi Greensters,

🌡️ We often think of 1850 as the “before humans” benchmark for measuring climate change, but new research suggests the planet was already warming by then, meaning we may be further along than we think.

📉 By extending global temperature records back to the 1700s, scientists are uncovering a quieter, earlier phase of human-driven warming that never made it into the official scorecard.

🥔 And because winter still calls for comfort: a deep, rich vegetable stew with creamy mash - warming, satisfying, and far lighter on the planet.

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Cold seasons have always been about preservation, patience, and making the most of what’s available - and this dish fits that tradition perfectly.

🥕 Root vegetables, mushrooms, and aubergine are naturally low-impact crops, especially when grown locally and in season. They store well, require less energy-intensive transport, and deliver deep flavor without relying on animal products. Mushrooms, in particular, are one of the most resource-efficient protein alternatives, using a fraction of the land and water needed for meat.

🥔 Swapping dairy mash for a creamy plant-based version further reduces the meal’s footprint. Dairy is one of the most emissions-heavy parts of many traditional comfort foods, while oat- or plant-based milk delivers the same texture with far fewer resources.

Awareness:
🧼 Many “eco” cleaning routines focus on products, but overlook how we clean. Hot water washing - with our without green detergents - uses far more energy than most people realize.

Action:
🌍 Lower your washing machine temperature to 30°C for everyday laundry. Modern detergents are designed to work at lower temperatures, and this single shift can cut washing-related energy use by up to 40% - without sacrificing cleanliness.

Bonus: your clothes last longer too.

“The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest.”

Lady Bird Johnson
Former First Lady of the United States

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The Greenster Team