F0501C - The Environmental Footprint of a Simple Bite
1 Session | Registration opens 9/21/2026 10:00 AM MST (Arizona)
Every meal tells a story. In this interactive course, trace your favorite lunch from plate to farm, uncovering its hidden footprint on our air, water, and wildlife. Through lively group discussions, we’ll map the real environmental and financial costs behind everyday food choices. Perfect for curious minds eager to digest the global impact of a simple bite!
Carol Fortino
Carol Fortino is a retired professor from the University of Northern Colorado. She earned a B.A. from UC Berkeley, M.A. from Adams State University in Colorado and Ph.D. in Brisbane, Australia. She also taught in the Philippines and Latvia. Her areas of interest are environmental science and teacher preparation, and writing poetry and novels. She presents locally, nationally and internationally.