How to build a community effort around sustainability with Laura Loucks of the Waukesha County Green Team

Do you ever feel like you're on an island when it comes to caring about sustainability? Do you wish you could get involved with a local group that also shares that passion? You can! Please welcome our guest Laura Loucks, Volunteer Coordinator with the Waukesha County Green Team, as we learn about green teams and building a community effort around sustainable living. Topics Covered: Laura's background and how she became involved with the Waukesha County Green Team What a "green team" is and initiatives they are involved with spearheading Opportunities to volunteer and get involved with the team Tips for working with your local government to push sustainability efforts Common obstacles the team faces when it comes to making changes Steps you can take if you want to start your own local green team! Resources Mentioned: Modern Fertility test Waste Not Compost and Compost Crusader services Wisconsin Women in Sustainability Group Get involved with the Waukesha Green Team: Website: waukeshacountygreenteam.org Podcast: GreenCast Facebook: @WaukeshaCountyGreenTeam Instagram: @wcgtgreencast Volunteer: Sign up here Shop: "One Simple Act" Cards And be sure to check out our sponsor, OSEA! Use code POSITIVELYGREEN10 for $10 off your first purchase of $50+. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to stay up to date with all of the latest episodes. You can also follow along with us on Instagram @positivelygreenpodcast.