10 Things You Can Do to Help Save the Earth
2. Leave your car at home. Combine errands, it will save gas and time. Walk, ride a bike to work, school and
anywhere you can. Reduce greenhouse gases while burning calories and improving
your health.
3. Maintain your car and
drive smart. Underinflated tires decrease fuel economy by up to three percent
and lead to increased pollution and higher greenhouse gas emissions. Drive
smarter. Slow down -- driving 100 kms. per hour instead of 120 will save you
gas.
4. Recycle, Reduce, Reuse. If choosing between two
products, pick the one with the least packaging. Reduce paper use and recycle
always. Dispose of hazardous waste properly.
5. Compost. Compost makes a great
natural fertilizer and is easier than you think.
6. Make your home more
energy efficient (and save money). Clean air filters so your system doesn't work
overtime. Insulate. Get a programmable thermostat. If you're shopping for new
appliances or electronics, look for ENERGY STAR products and ENERGUIDE ratings.
Wash clothes in cold water. Use the clothesline instead of a
dryer.
7. Change your light bulbs. Compact fluorescent light
bulbs (CFLs) last 10 times longer than a standard bulb and use at least
two-thirds less energy.
8.Turn off lights when
you're not in the room and unplug things when you're not using them. Stop putting
electrical appliances on standby. Even when your electrical appliances are on
standby, they do consume energy.
9. Stop using plastic. There is no reason to use
plastic bags when there are environment friendly options. Take your bag every
time you go shopping and do not ask for plastic bags.
10. Choose local and
organic foods that are in season, and support local food producers. Eat less
meat. Eat sustainable seafood.
