10 Things You Can Do NOW
to make the planet a better place
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Recycle as much as possible, including paper, glass, plastic, aluminum and steel. |
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Conserve energy & use energy efficient lights and appliances. |
3 |
Use alternatives to pesticides, and buy organic produce or grow your own. Connect with nature. |
4 |
Use drought-tolerant native vegetation and xeriscaping instead of a boring, wasteful lawn. |
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Organize a community group to clean up a local stream, highway, park or beach. |
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Walk, bike, or take public transportation when you can, and carpool when you drive. |
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Buy a clean and efficient car instead of what’s fashionable. Cut pollution and gas consumption. |
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Eat vegetarian, even just 1 or 2 days a week. Its better for your health and the environment. |
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Learn about issues important to you, then write your elected officials and tell them about it! |
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Register to vote GREEN, and join a local chapter or community organization. |