From my personal observations and perspective, a lot of older generations seem to understand environmental issues but don’t always take action to solve them. In my generation, Gen Z, we’ve seen more of the direct effects of climate change, so many of us are trying to make more sustainable choices. But we also live in a society that encourages overconsumption, which makes it hard to stay consistent. I’ve also observed that the more educated someone is, the more likely they are to support environmental policies or try to live more sustainably. At the same time, a lot of people feel overwhelmed by the number of issues, which makes them feel like their actions don’t matter. American culture in general is very wasteful and unhealthy, especially when it comes to food and consumption. In my culture as a Hispanic woman, I’ve noticed that food waste is less common. People usually save leftovers, reuse plastic containers or bags, and just try not to throw things away if they can be used again. It’s not always because they’re thinking about the environment, but more because that’s just how things have always been done. I’ve also learned about food systems in other countries, like in parts of Europe, where food has fewer artificial ingredients and is less processed, making it healthier and often more sustainable overall.