Responsive Sustainability FAQs

We are also told that our individual efforts don't matter.It is sometimes left to people to wonder if their sustainability are helpful. There is a pervasive feeling that the problems are to vast and overwhelming for us to have any impact, but the reality is that true impact with come from a paradigm shift in which sustainability actions are a manifestation of our connection to the world and to our own purpose. 

There are as many different ways to practice sustainability as there are people in the world.  Responsive Sustainability can work with you to identify ways that you can connect with sustainability and make it more accessible and meaningful in your everyday life.  No recycling-no problem, there are many other ways you can be involved!

Engagement-the way the we interact with each other individually and collectively-is one of the most powerful tools in the sustainability movements. Today we are even more aware of the way that systematic racism has prevented full equality while it is easier than ever to recognize our common human as it is shared in real time through social media.  Community engagement practices provide guidance on how to set up relationships in ways that honor the past while sharing power in current and future collaborations. 

Responsive Sustainability works with individuals, families (however defined), organizations and businesses to develop capacity, provide leadership development training, and education to create and enhance sustainability initiatives.   Responsive Sustainability offers a variety of services and packages to fit your unique needs around sustainability, community engagement, and capacity building.Examples of clients include church groups, small businesses, families and neighborhood organizations.

If you are looking for guidance, support and expertise in your sustainability initiatives, please consider Responsive Sustainability. Many people and communities are trying to do their part to protect the environment and care for our neighbors.  We may ask ourselves, "Can I do more?" but we don’t always know where to start. Or sometimes we are told that are actions are too small. Or maybe some feel they aren’t welcome into these conversations because of differences education, race, income. The important news is that we all have a part to play in sustainability!  I am ready to assist you in figuring out your own unique sustainable brand, behavior and practices as a way to live your unique values and purpose.   My overarching mission is to help you grow  and nurture your sustainability practices and lifestyle choices as a way to live your values and add joy, meaning and purpose to your life.  I want to work with you to bring your unique skills and talents  to create a more sustainability and just world!  Responsive Sustainability practices the idea of "slow sustainability"- that an intentional process is one of the most important components in a successful sustainability initiative.
I know that small, meaningful changes in our beliefs and behaviors can have big impacts on our environment and community while increasing our own sense of joy and well-being. Practicing ecological, social and economic sustainability can add meaning and purpose to our lives while connecting us to others.  Let Responsive Sustainability be a partner in your sustainability journey and add meaning to your life while bringing new sources of joy!

Clients can expect thoughtful, collaborative and professional service from Responsive Sustainability.  I will start by meeting clients where they are at whether that is an initial idea stage or if you are looking to enhance current efforts.  We'll work together to identify the motivating themes and values for your quest for sustainability and then build on those themes and values to create an actionable plan that will: improve sustainability measures, encourage collaboration and communication among the team, develop capacity within individuals, and motivate people to continue working to be more sustainable. After your time with Responsive Sustainability you will have a clear idea of the goals of your sustainability efforts as well as the values motivating them.  You will know the strengths and roles of your sustainability team members and you will have an actionable plan to implement your sustainabiility initiaitves.  All of this will build your capacity to plan and carry out future sustainability efforts.