Environmental Committees Promote Urban Gardening in CDMX

Mexico City’s government has launched the installation of Environmental Well-Being Committees in various neighborhoods. Led by the city's Ministry of the Environment (SEDEMA), the initiative aims to promote sustainable practices that enhance nutrition, foster family interaction, and encourage environmental care.  

As part of the program, SEDEMA distributes urban gardening kits to residents, providing tools to grow vegetables such as radishes, spinach, lettuce, cilantro, and Swiss chard in small spaces like rooftops or balconies with adequate sunlight. The kits include trays capable of cultivating up to 10 plants, enriched with mineral substrates to optimize growth.  

The program also incorporates training sessions delivered by SEDEMA’s General Directorate of Environmental Culture. These sessions teach participants how to manage their gardens effectively and maximize their yields. The initiative emphasizes fresh, organic produce consumption while strengthening community ties.  

Environmental Well-Being Committees oversee the distribution of gardening kits within their neighborhoods, prioritizing individuals committed to maintaining their gardens. The government plans to expand the program to more communities, aiming to embed sustainable practices across the city.