The week of Christmas Fest has arrived on St. Olaf campus, and along with additional stress, there have been some noticeable changes as a result. Garlands and wreaths and Christmas trees have sprung up around campus. While these do provide a wonderful holiday feel, I have to wonder as to whether these decorations are the most environmental option for our "green" campus. Over the years, I have heard different discussions on whether Christmas trees in particular are very environmental as SO many pine trees are cut down for this event. Because we have real garlands and wreaths as well, this adds up to a great deal of tree destruction. Although our campus is red and green for Christmas, we're drifting from our other green movement.
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