From the very beginning of the human history, people started polluting the earth and using all it's resources irresponsibly like it would never end. The Earth's environment has been getting worse for many years, and now it's gotten unbearable to live in for its inhabitants.
Earth Day reminds us that we need to reverse some of the damage caused to our world and take some necessary steps to fix some of it. We must collectively promise to work together to implement some laws towards sustainable environment and pay more attention to making the future safer for the inhabitants of Earth. This can be done by planning and executing the tasks that will help us work on our world's health.
Earth Day is now celebrated annually at around the same time each year, having been initially recognized on April 22, 1970. It's a promise we make every year to work towards sustainable environment and decrease the damage caused to our Earth's environment.
The following are the primary factors that have contributed to the destruction of our Earth's health and needs to be changed:
These are some actions that everyone can take to decrease our carbon footprint in our everyday life and thus contribute to the current fight against climate change:
Save energy: Use moderate amounts of energy by turning off lights and electronics when they're not in use and not leaving them plugged in when they're not. Use energy-efficient lights and appliances. In the winter, keep your curtains and blinds closed. In warmer months, keep your house at a pleasant temperature by closing your windows throughout the day. Keep your homes insulated, and use solar energy.
Save fuel used in transportation: Try to use less fuel by sharing or taking energy-efficient forms of transportation, such as a train, bicycle, car pooling or public transit. Think about getting an electric or hybrid car. Slow down and walk shorter distances.
Consume less meat:
Less meat should be eaten to decrease the greenhouse gas emissions. In the present situation, the production of meat is the main cause of ozone-damaging and increasing greenhouse gases in our atmosphere. If you Change your diet to include more plants it can lessen the damage you do to the climate.
Don't waste water:
Try to use as less water as you can to save fresh water . Turn off the faucet during when not in use. Use water-saving fixtures, and fix any leaks in your home or workplace. When you are brushing your teeth, washing food, or doing other tasks, try not to let the faucet run. Put
Fully load your washer or dishwasher when using it. Water your plants at the times when water is not evaporated so it would need less water. Make sure you find ways to help protect this important resource and keep it from running out.
"Support green policies":
It refers to choosing leaders who prioritize nature's sustainability and actively work towards it. We must address this pressing issue to prevent further destruction of our planet. There are laws that we really want government to implement to help save the Earth.
These are the ways we all can work together to lower our carbon footprint and make world safe place for our future generations. It will make the world a better place and ensure a safe future for everyone.
We need to work towards betterment of our planet, before it's too late and the Earth becomes less friendly to it's inhabitants. We have used it's resources irresponsibly. It already seems that it has past the point of return, and quick actions can repair some of the damages caused by our irresponsible.
