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As a University student I am constantly finding that "greenwashing" is a large part of our campus activities.  Although I really wish that our campus would become more sustainable, I think that by trying to look green, our campus is using more energy than it would take to be green.  For example, this is seen with our school's legislation to create a green fund, where ten dollars would be added onto student tuition a semester to support sustainable school development.   Although this great to think about, I believe that in order to create a sustainable future for a large community, it needs to first come from the individual.  If everyone lived a lifestyle similar to that of the clothing store owner, Alex Sandra, then maybe a green fund would be a smart choice.  However, until the personal level of being "green" is reached,, I do not think the community can come together as one.  Do you think that this is an attainable goal? Or would it be smarter to begin as a larger body and work down?  What are your ideas?

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