My 5: Hector Hernández

BPGL: What are the five most important things we can do to save the planet?

HECTOR HERNÁNDEZ:

Hernández is in charge of a gardening program for inner-city San Antonio youth. Photo: Texas AgriLife Extension Service

• Recycle whatever you can in your community: glass, paper, plastic, etc.

• Be more mindful of water usage. Right now, we’re in a drought situation in Texas, so we’re careful when we water the garden plots and make sure we don’t over water.

• Respect nature. Don’t litter. It’s our only home, so we have to take care of it and respect it.

• Reconnect with nature. Most of the kids we work with in San Antonio live in the inner city. They don’t have an opportunity to garden or go into green space. Our project gives them an opportunity to discover their own planet.

• Reuse things. Instead of throwing something away, find another use for it.

Hector Hernández

Texas AgriLife Extension Service

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