Carbon offsets, while offering a potential avenue for corporations to mitigate their environmental impact, cannot be the panacea for the multifaceted challenge of climate change. The onus remains on businesses to instigate deep-rooted changes in their operational methodologies, transitioning towards a more sustainable, carbon-reduced paradigm. As we grapple with the pressing exigencies of climate change, the emphasis must be on genuine reduction rather than mere offsetting.

Central to this success has been the intensive use of pesticides and fertilizers. However, the environmental fallout of this reliance is a growing concern that needs immediate attention.

In contrast, local food systems prioritize community-based food production and distribution. By supporting small-scale farmers and local businesses, local food systems can help to promote community resilience and economic development. Additionally, local food systems often prioritize sustainable and regenerative farming practices, which can have positive environmental impacts and promote food sovereignty

Food is changing. The world is realizing the importance of growing organic food in new, more sustainable ways. Technology, innovation, and savvy leaders are enabling people who previously suffered from food insecurity (which we define a lack of consistent access to sustainable, nutritious food) to ditch their traditional corner stores and turn to local and personal food chains. Frustrations over pesticides and food treatment are inspiring individuals to grow new diets by themselves. Healthy food is transcending “fad” status and becoming a staple in minority communities. We’re watching, and we’re here for it all

At The Calming Leaf Foundation, potential is a powerful word. To us, potential describes the ability for something to significantly alter the future. It is a word that gives hope and grabs attention as soon as it is used. It is a word that foreshadows power and questions what’s possible. Most importantly, potential is a word that fits aeroponics and the role that aeroponics can have in the world.