Chris Bauernfeind

Senior Aquarist, Giant Ocean Tank

I live blue™ because…
I want the Earth to have a future.

Why do you care about the environment?
The environment is the backbone of the Earth. Without a healthy one, life will cease to exist. It is absolutely prudent that we as the apex predators protect it.

What are some things you do in your life to protect the environment?
One, I make as little trash as possible. I use a reusable mug for coffee each and every day and I always use my own bags when buying goods at stores. I recycle everything that is recyclable, even when it’s not convenient. Most recently, I began composting our kitchen scraps at home.

Two, I try to have a small carbon footprint. I use public transportation and walk or bike more often than I drive. I buy local produce through a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) and also keep a small community garden plot to limit the fossil fuels needed to get food on my plate.

Three, I spread the word that living blue is a smart thing to do.

Learn more about the Giant Ocean Tank here.

Read Chris’ entries on the Divers Blog here.

See his plot of ocean here.