“First celebrated on April 22, 1970, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement.”
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Earth Day 2023 happens on Saturday, April 22 and this year’s theme is Invest in Our Planet.
Here are some ways to reduce your family’s carbon footprint:
• Eat local, seasonal foods, plant protein-beans, and lentils. Grow your own vegetable garden.
• Reduce your food waste by eating leftovers—make soups or freeze for later eating.
• Replace light bulbs with low-energy bulbs that use 80% less electricity.
• Lower your thermostat to 19° Celsius and save on your heating bill!
• Limit email usage, online video viewing, and avoid online newsletters to reduce the energy needed to keep your phone charged.
• Compost/recycle. Shop at thrift stores and garage sales. Pick up one piece of garbage each day.
• Walk when possible or use bicycles and public transit.
• Reduce your air travel which accounts for 5-10% of global greenhouse gases each year.