Whereas, the day-to-day actions of the CFT do not always align with the rhetoric of the resolutions; 

Therefore, be it resolved, that the CFT commit to taking practical actions to make the organization greener and to reduce the environmental footprint created by large gatherings, such as committee meetings and conventions; and

Be it further resolved, that the organization eliminate the use of all single-use plastics at large CFT gatherings; and

Be it further resolved, that reusable utensils, dishware, and glassware be provided at CFT events when possible, and when not possible, only compostable utensils, dishware, and glassware be used; and

Be it further resolved, that the CFT eliminate the use of drinks in single-use plastic bottles at CFT events and provide water stations to encourage the use of reusable water bottles; and

Be it further resolved, that, when safe, the CFT reduce the use of pre-packaged foods that generate additional waste from mostly non-recyclable packaging; and

Be it further resolved, that the CFT provide paperless options at all conventions by putting agendas and other key documents online or on an app and encourage attendees to choose this option; and

Be it further resolved, that the CFT commit to choosing event venues that are within convenient access of mass transit; and

Be it further resolved, that for all future conventions, the CFT commit to only consider venues with plans in place for environmental sustainability; and

Be it further resolved, that the CFT shall develop transparency in the carbon footprint of the organization; and 

Be it finally resolved, that the CFT Executive Council issue an annual report on their progress on the above and their movement toward carbon neutrality.

• Submitted by the Labor and Climate Justice Education Committe