Friday, April 22, 2022 is Earth Day. Earth Day is celebrated around the world as a way to promote caring for the Earth as a way to combat climate change. Each year, millions of people share petitions, advocate for policies and host events to show their dedication to making the world a better, safer space and keeping it healthy for generations to come. Here are some ways that you can protect the world on Earth Day!
1. Host a planting party. Get all your friends together and go plant some trees, flowers or other greenery! Find an empty field and scatter some wildflower seeds, or work with a local conservation group to identify an area where you can plant some trees. Don’t forget — we’re still in the midst of a pandemic, so be sure to pass out personalized face masks to everyone that they can wear while planting their trees together!
2. Pledge to stop wearing fast fashion. Fast fashion is where clothes are made from unsustainable sources, or made from materials that aren’t quality and created in poor working conditions. Workers in the fast fashion industry are typically paid unfair wages and forced to work for next to nothing while enduring harsh work situations. Some are actually victims of labor trafficking, which is where people are exploited for their services and not paid for the work they’ve done. By pledging to stop wearing fast fashion, you’re sending a message that you’re dedicated to wearing products that are made from sustainable sources and from companies that treat their workers fairly. There are plenty of companies out there that are part of the Fair Trade Act, and, while their products are slightly more expensive than fast fashion stores, their work is quality and will last for years.
3 Consider composting. Composting is a great way to protect the world and celebrate Earth Day. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has put together some tips for ways that you can compost at home! Some of the things you can compost include fruit and veggie scraps, eggshells, wood chips and even fireplace ashes. When you put those pieces together and add them to water, you can then use them as organic food for plants by mixing them with soil. This is a great way to feed your plants, especially if you grow an outdoor garden.
4. Grow your own fruits and vegetables. Speaking of gardens, have you ever thought about growing your own fruits and vegetables? You can easily start a small garden in your backyard by planting tomatoes or zucchini. If you’re looking for plants that grow well in a larger garden, consider planting carrots, potatoes or even squash. Cucumbers are a good option, too! If you have the space for trees, an orange tree or an apple tree is also a good addition to your garden. Who knows? Within a couple of years, you might have your very own farm!
5. Visit a farmers market. If you don’t have the space for a garden, you can still support local farmers instead of big businesses that push farmers out of their land. Visit your local farmers market weekly to pick up fresh vegetables and even dairy products. Some farmers markets also include crafter sections, where you can buy homemade crafts and other wares, such as cozy personalized baby blankets. Get yourself a monogrammed tote bag to carry all your produce around so that you don’t waste any plastic bags! You’ll easily find that shopping at the farmers market is a great way to reduce your produce waste from the grocery store and allows you the chance to meet local businesses.
6. Volunteer with a local environmental agency. There are lots of agencies that focus on advocating for climate change and better policies to protect the earth. Consider volunteering with them, either on the weekends or whenever you have a day off. This will ensure that you can really focus your efforts on advocating for change. If you don’t think you’ve got enough time to volunteer, consider giving a donation on Earth Day! These agencies survive mainly off donor funds and grants, and you might even be able to designate a specific department or program within that agency where your money should go.
7. Change out your light bulbs. Instead of using antique light bulbs, consider changing to energy-efficient light bulbs. They tend to last much longer, and they also give off a better range of light than antique or regular bulbs. Their white color tends to also be much closer to natural light, so you might feel more productive if you have to complete tasks at nighttime after work.
8. Reduce your water waste. There are some small things you can do to reduce your water waste at home. Run your energy-efficient dishwasher instead of hand-washing dishes. And, if you do have to wash dishes by hand, don’t run the water constantly. Instead, put some soapy water in a separate container to soak your dishes and rinse them in the sink filled with clean water. Don’t run the water while brushing your teeth, and do larger loads of laundry instead of frequent smaller loads. Together, these are just small things you can do as a way to feel like you’re making a big difference.
9. Stop using plastic water bottles. Instead, invest in a reusable water bottle made from glass or stainless steel. Over 26,000 plastic water bottles were sent to landfills in 2018, according to the EPA. Since plastic bottles go to landfills so often, consider investing in a few reusable water bottles that you can rotate using during the week. Not only will your water taste better, but you’ll be making an effort to save the environment. Since Earth Day is all about taking care of the world and ensuring it’s safe for future generations, using a reusable water bottle is probably one of the easiest things you can do.
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