By: fivekitten

fivekitten — Wed, Nov 11 2009 04:06:36 pm

I had five kids born during your defined “Millennial” years. (And I popped one out in 2000 for good luck.) I do view them as being a much greener generation. (And, being young in the 70s, I’m a product of the “give a hoot don’t pollute” generation.) First of all, if they’re civic minded, environmental issues have a direct impact on civic responsibility, therefore being “green oriented” kinda takes on a “default yes” to support the civic-mindedness. Because information flies like the wind, environment issues and concerns are brought to their attention sooner. Because they are spontaneous – they are likely to jump in and take action on events sooner. Instant gratification doesn’t have to be from watching a tree go – gratification can come from making people more aware, increasing participants, or watching someone else take up your view. I believe I also read somewhere that this generation has the largest number of volunteers. These children have been largely brought up with recycling (except in rural areas I’m finding out – which is ironic)and global warming issues in the news constantly. They are also the ones creating the media to support environmental issues. All all my kids aren’t “flower power” children (a couple are close:) – but all will choose a “greener” choice when it’s possible. (Do I dump the can in the recycle bin or in the garbage?) Buying expensive stuff isn’t the only way to be green – in fact, because of their advertising/media savvy they may be reluctant to believe claims of products being “greener.” I’m very interested in reading that book. Gonna have to put it on my wish list!

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By: fivekitten