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Every individual step counts for the creation of environmental change
What is the way to combat our environmental footprint? There are many levels of environmental consciousness. It might be like baby steps leading from one to another but might as well keep us still, positioned on minimal effort. Some of us take climate change very seriously, getting more motivated by new knowledge provided by sources such as news, documentaries or saddening social media posts. In contrast, others are motivated by governments guidelines and restrictions, social influence or monetary benefits. We have all seen how turtles stuck in beer can nets or stabbed by the plastic straws got widespread coverage and affected many emotionally to take action towards strawless movements. Still, many tend to forget that it's not only plastic straws and bags that harm nature and sealife. We need to take on so many other levels to secure the species' existence in the sea and land but not forget it's not just them but also us that will go extinct when nature around us is compromised. You might not see it at first, but our whole ecosystem is one big chain of reactions, where the death of any species directly or indirectly affects our quality of life. For example, we need bees to pollinate our plants and whales to have oxygen.
By Marie L5 years ago in Earth
Save the Birds and the Bees
Save the birds and the bees! Listen to the water. As a young child, I have always cared about nature and how it affected our environment. I had already traveled barefoot down the path to reduce my carbon footprint. Even though I lived in an asphalt jungle, the Gilmor projects, I became a member of The National Audubon Society. This organization protects birds and the places they need today and tomorrow throughout the world using science advocacy and education. Many species need our protection from habitat loss and climate change. Living near the Chesapeake Bay, I have realized the need to contribute and provide initiatives to strengthen these important waters. The National Audubon Society has provided help with their conservation work to restore the shrinking saltmarshes. The Black Rail’s ‘ki ki ki kerr’ call was monitored by audio recorders donated by the National Audubon Society to record them so that they could determine whether the species needed to be added to the endangered species list. One of the ways to protect birds is to choose native plants for our yards and public spaces. We can restore vital habitats for birds in our communities and help them adapt and survive in the face of climate change. I used money for chores to sign up to become a member of the National Audubon Society as a child. The simplest thing I could do as an adult was to continue my support by providing a financial donation to the society and research their initiatives for providing a healthy environment for birds in my community.
By Saja Bo Storm5 years ago in Earth
Tree Planters
It is easy to feel hopeless with the climate crisis we are facing in our world today. It may seem like one individual's contribution may not amount to much. However, every choice we make does have an impact, regardless of how small it may be, every little thing helps.
By Andree Major5 years ago in Earth
Our Home
According to google, as of 2019 there are about 7.67 billion people on Earth.The estimated number of animals range from 10 million to 14 million.Scientist have estimated that there are 390,900 plants known to science.
By Malik LaFon5 years ago in Earth
How Bokashi Composting Can Surprise Anyone with its Effectiveness
Ok, so you have want to call me on a bluff. No bluff. You were were not told the whole truth about plants in primary school and with the knowledge in this article, your plants and gardens will grow like never before.
By Richard Soulliere5 years ago in Earth
Our Exemplary Urban Journey to No-Smell Compost
Anyone with any amount of green on their thumb appreciates good compost and soil. Rich soil smells good. Well, I have good news for you - your compost can have the same good smell right from the beginning, too. Can you say ‘year-round gardening’?
By Richard Soulliere5 years ago in Earth
Broken Heart Balloon
When you live half of your life on a sailboat, you develop a healthy respect for nature and climate. In 2014, it was the coldest winter in 200 years. The Great Lakes froze almost entirely over. That's the year my partner decided to start living on his boat at a dock on Lake Ontario. While he had it set up to be cozy inside, it became clear that climate change was happening around us, and we needed to pay attention. The following year I helped moved the boat down the Erie Canal system, into the Hudson River, and out on the ocean. We later continued our travels on the Inter Coastal Waterway to West Palm Beach, Florida.
By Mary Haynes5 years ago in Earth
"Weeds"
So… The world is falling apart. That’s obvious, but we can’t do anything about it... right? Well… we can. I can. You can. In our lives there is something that all of us can do to positively impact:
By Cassandra Bogausch5 years ago in Earth
Fishing is life
For many fishing is a relaxing hobby, while others could care less about it at all. For me fishing is life. I was first introduced to fishing at a young age (still in diapers young) by my mother and father. While for them fishing was simply a good pass time to enjoy in the summer months. I quickly fell in love with the sport, and it became my greatest passion.
By Paul whiddon 5 years ago in Earth
Go Green to Save Green
“Buy an electric car! Go solar!” These are the things that people love to talk about when they start urging us to make more environmentally friendly choices.
By Amanda Bozeman5 years ago in Earth
Being The Change
“Nothing focuses the mind like a crisis” - Liam Neeson (Brave Blue World) Quarantine life has given me ample time to reassess the world and our impact on it. After a year of forgoing the usual social obligations, I find myself happier than ever. It amazes me how much joy can be gained by “going without”.
By The Creative Chimera 5 years ago in Earth
We All Have Our Reasons
I was expecting a call the other day, so I took the phone out back with me. Andrea was surprised to hear that I was hanging my laundry on the line while we spoke.
By Kozinka5 years ago in Earth