They say you can’t teach an old dog a new trick. I’ve found this to be quite true; especially when it comes to any form of conservation. People from the older generation seem to be too stuck in their ways to change – refusing to embrace new technologies and ideas. The key to the future lies in the younger generations that still maybe taught how live in a mutually beneficial relationship with the environment. That is why I really liked the article, Getting Kids to Wise Up About Water Conservation,” by Kate Galbraith. In it Galbraith describes an organization with a goal of educating children in proper water management. She writes, “they give children a water-saving ethic and can also reach parents, who may not prioritize conservation.” Though this may be an uphill battle, any household that embraces the ideas their children bring home is an important victory.
