SAVE+OUR+ENVIRONMENT

media type="youtube" key="TaBoLqds-Bg" height="344" width="425"THE ENVIRONMENT IS FACED WITH SO MANY ADVERSE EFFECTS DUE TO OUR MISUSE, ABUSE, AND NEGLECT. OUR VERY EXISTENCE IS BEING CHALLENGED BECAUSE OF ISSUES SUCH AS POLLUTION, DEFORESTATION, NATURAL DISASTERS, GLOBAL WARMING, OVERCONSUMPTION OF RESOURCES AND MUCH MORE. THOUGH IT LOOKS AS IF THE ODDS ARE AGAINST US, THERE ARE MANY THINGS THAT WE CAN DO TO PREVENT THE PROGRESSION OF THIS NEGATIVE DIRECTION ON THE EARTH. HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO GET YOU STARTED ON SAVING OUR ENVIRONMENT:

Step 1 Remind the politicians that you have a vote and a voice about the environment. Write your politicians and tell them how important the environment is to you and to your children. Let the politicians know that you are a registered voter and that you vote for the environment (if you are not - then register to vote). It is great to talk about how important the Earth's environment is to you; but it is more important to put words into action. Some actions on our part are very simple and effective such as: Put on a sweater and socks and turn down the heat in the winter (even a degree or two will make a difference in the heating bill). Adjust the heat when you are out of the house. Many grocery stores sell reusable bags (usually 99 cents), buy them and use them.
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Turn off the lights when you are not in the room (this is an easy one that is quickly forgotten). Also, unplug your appliances when not in use; even when not in use they can be an "energy sink" just by being plugged in. Plant a tree or other plants. You might want to think about raising some edible plants (help the environment, save money on food, and feed [|healthy food] to your family - what could be better) Use refillable bottles for water. Bottled water is a huge culprit to having a clean environment. Stop buying all of those water bottles that fill up our land-fills. If you need special water, buy a water filter. Reuse what you can, like boxes for mailing and padded envelopes can have several uses in them. Be sure to black out the previous addresses and remove the used stamps. Plan your trips and combine as many errands into an outing as possible. See if you can carpool to work, or take a bus; or ride a bike to work. Use natural cleaners whenever possible like lemons and baking soda. It is healthier for the environment as well as for your family. Pay your bills online and save a tree and 42 cents on postage.
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Make a PowerPoint presentation expressing your view on environmental issues Make a flyer to bring awareness to activities in your community
 * HERE ARE SOME IDEAS YOU CAN USE TO SPREAD AWARENESS ON THIS ISSUE:**

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