5 Ways to Be a Sustainable Dancer | Earth Month 2023 | More Than Movement

Happy Earth Month! More Than Movement is celebrating by highlighting just some of the ways that you can live a more sustainable, eco-conscious lifestyle while continuing your dance journey.

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1. Carry a reusable water bottle

• At least 14 million tons of plastic end up in the ocean every year (2021)

• Reduce your plastic waste by carrying a reusable water bottle with you! (just make sure to clean it)

2. Thrift your dance wardrobe

• The United States wastes 21 billion pounds of textiles per year (2021)

• Consider thrifting your next dance outfit rather than investing in fast fashion

3. Advocate for environmentally safe dance spaces

• If you're a dance studio owner or student, advocate for an environmentally-safe dance space that provides more ventilation and reduces loud noises.

4. Carpool, take public transit, and/or walk to dance classes and events

• Reduce your carbon footprint by carpooling with friends, taking public transit, walking, or biking.

5. Participate in local climate protests

• Research local climate organizations and events in your area and show your support for the community.

• Dancers can be activists, too!

• Local Organizations: Greenaction for Health & Environmental Justice, Hip-Hop 4 Change, Youth vs. Apocalypse

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How does Rae Studios commit to sustainability?

• Rae Studios is well-ventilated and equipped with HEPA filters to ensure a comfortable environment.

• If you ever forget your water bottle at home, don't worry! We have reusable mason jars in the kitchen.

• Need to throw out your food scraps? We compost!

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Learn More About More Than Movement

If you have any questions or comments regarding our More Than Movement program or have any resources you’d like to share, please email our More Than Movement Committee leads, Lexi and Kristie at morethanmovement@raeagency.com.

Please continue to follow this page, our Rae Studios newsletter, and on social media for upcoming events, workshops, speaker series, panels, performances, materials for dance educators, and more. We look forward to growing as artists and community leaders that will show the world that what we do is #morethanmovement.

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