While McDonald’s was first established in 1937 by brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald, it wasn’t until 1948 that the eatery began slinging out their iconic burgers and fries. Over the years, as the menu has evolved and the company has franchised big time with over 36,000 restaurants worldwide, the golden arches have reeled in individuals left and right.

That’s a whole lot of burgers, which in turn means, a whole lot of impact on the environment. Between the carbon footprint of beef and the sheer volume of packaging used to wrap all the food, we’re looking at a significant contributor to the demise of the planet.

While yes, McDonald’s is taking steps towards changing their ways and has made an ambitious goal to have 100% of its packaging made from renewable, recycled or certified sources by 2025, two young children, ages 7 and 9, are asking the fast-food giant to take their commitment to the planet one step further.