Earth Day started as an event to help raise awareness about the environment and how people can help make a difference. The day has been celebrated every year on April 22 since 1970. There are many ways to get involved in Earth Day, from recycling and conserving energy to reducing your carbon footprint.
Here are three simple ways you can start taking care of the planet:
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Recycle: Start by recycling everything you can. Try to recycle as much as possible, from aluminum cans to cardboard boxes. Involve your kids. They know SO MUCH about recycling- what can and cannot be recycled since they are taught from kindergarten.
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Conserve Energy: Conserve energy by turning off electronics when you’re not using them and unplugging things like chargers when they’re not in use. While it sounds silly, a lot of energy is wasted by leaving these things plugged in.
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Bike or Take the Bus: Instead of driving everywhere, try biking or using public transportation every now and then. With gas prices soaring, many people are opting for this out of convenience, but this will help reduce your carbon footprint as well!
There are many other ways to get involved with Earth Day. For more information, visit this site. Together, we can make a difference!
