10 SIMPLE THINGS YOU CAN DO TO HELP PROTECT THE EARTH
● 1st «Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle»
Cut down on what you throw away. Follow the three «R’s» to conserve natural resources and landfill space.
● 2nd «Volunteer»
Volunteer for cleanups in your community. You can get involved in protecting your watershed, too.
● 3rd «Educate»
When you further your own education, you can help others understand the importance and value of our natural resources.
● 4th «Conserve Water»
The less water you use, the less runoff and wastewater that eventually end up in the ocean.
● 5th «Choose sustainable»
Learn how to make smart choices
● 6th «Shop wisely»
Buy less plastic and bring a reusable shopping bag.
● 7th «Use long-lasting light bulbs»
Energy efficient light bulbs reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Also flip the light switch off when you leave the room!
● 8th «Plant a tree»
Trees provide food and oxygen. They help save energy, clean the air, and help combat climate change.
● 9th » Don’t send chemicals into our waterways»
Choose non-toxic chemicals in the home and office.
● 10th «Bike more»
Drive less.
[Citation] National Ocean Service (NOAA) https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/ocean/earthday.html