Today is Earth Day. Forty-one years ago, a United States Senator, Gaylord Nelson founded Earth Day. It all started as an environmental teach-in and today, Earth Day has evolved and over 175 countries celebrate Earth Day.
The purpose of Earth Day is to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. Reflect on how you can show your appreciation for our Earth, not just on today, April 22, 2011, but on everyday. Here is a list of ways you can show appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment:
1. Use green cleaning products. There are many green cleaning products that you can use. One of my favorite brands is Seventh Generation.
2. Use paper. Whenever the person who bags your groceries asks you if you prefer paper or plastic. Choose paper, because it is biodegradable. An even better option is to bring your own reusable bags.
*I will do better in this area. I have the bags, but always forget to bring them in the store.
3. Use cosmetics that are friendly to your body. There are many eco-friendly products out here. Stop skipping over the natural and organic cosmetics , try a new natural product every now and then. You just might like them.
4. Conserve water. Do you leave the water running while you are brushing your teeth? Try turning off the water while you are brushing your teeth and only turn it on when you need to use the water.
5. Plant a garden. If you do not have the space to plant a garden, grow a few flowers and other plants in pots.
6. Plant a tree or replace a tree that you cut down. Trees and plants in general help keep the air clean, by aking in carbon dioxide and giving off oxygen. The more trees and plants we have the better.
7. Do not be a litter bug. Do your part by not throwing trash out your car window.
8. Recycle whenever possible. What can you recycle? You can recycle paper, certain plastic bottles, glass bottles and many other things. Learn more about recycling and give it a try.
There are so many ways you can show your appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. Let’s make our Earth a safer and greener place on today and for many years to come.
What are some ways that you show appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment?
Today is Earth Day. Forty-one years ago, a United States Senator, Gaylord Nelson founded Earth Day. It all started as an environmental teach-in and today, Earth Day has evolved and over 175 countries celebrate Earth Day.
The purpose of Earth Day is to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. Reflect on how you can show your appreciation for our Earth, not just on today, April 22, 2011, but on everyday. Here is a list of ways you can show appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment:
1. Use green cleaning products. There are many green cleaning products that you can use. One of my favorite brands is Seventh Generation.
2. Use paper. Whenever the person who bags your groceries asks you if you prefer paper or plastic. Choose paper, because it is biodegradable. An even better option is to bring your own reusable bags.
*I will do better in this area. I have the bags, but always forget to bring them in the store.
3. Use cosmetics that are friendly to your body. There are many eco-friendly products out here. Stop skipping over the natural and organic cosmetics , try a new natural product every now and then. You just might like them.
4. Conserve water. Do you leave the water running while you are brushing your teeth? Try turning off the water while you are brushing your teeth and only turn it on when you need to use the water.
5. Plant a garden. If you do not have the space to plant a garden, grow a few flowers and other plants in pots.
6. Plant a tree or replace a tree that you cut down. Trees and plants in general help keep the air clean, by aking in carbon dioxide and giving off oxygen. The more trees and plants we have the better.
7. Do not be a litter bug. Do your part by not throwing trash out your car window.
8. Recycle whenever possible. What can you recycle? You can recycle paper, certain plastic bottles, glass bottles and many other things. Learn more about recycling and give it a try.
There are so many ways you can show your appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. Let’s make our Earth a safer and greener place on today and for many years to come.
What are some ways that you show appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment?