Preserving our environment starts with you. The environment, like our bodies, functions best when it is in balance. Regrettably, there is so much imbalance in our environment. Pollution and resource depletion have led to severe problems.
Even doing something small can make a big difference. Check out these simple and easy ways that YOU can do to preserve our environment.
1. Reduce. Reuse. Recycle.
Cut down on what you throw away. Reusing items saves natural resources and energy that would otherwise be used to create new ones. Conserve natural resources and landfill space by following these three R’s.
2. Save water.
Water is wasted more often than we can see. Turn off your faucet when you brush your teeth. Wait until you’re ready to enter the shower before turning it on. When washing dishes, try to keep the amount of water used to a minimum.
3. Plant your own vegetables.
Planting your own vegetables is a lot of fun! Plants help release much-needed oxygen in the air, and depending on the type of plant you are taking care of, they can also help replenish the soil.
4. Conserve energy.
It is very easy to waste energy carelessly. Leaving the light bulb here and there or keeping the air conditioning on at home when you are out at work adds up. Study energy consumption of each electronic appliance you use.
Changes in old habits to reduce energy consumption and waste have a significant impact on our environment. You are one now but others will follow your lead. This is the domino effect that we need to preserve our environment.
