Make Earth Day Every Day

For 51 years, Earth Day has been a unifying day for Climate Action, Science and Education, and Environmental Awareness. Now more than ever, meaningful action must be taken for our planet’s well-being and its inhabitants (that includes us, folks!). 

Photo: View of Earth from the International Space Station. Courtesy of NASA

Protecting our planet starts with all of us! Here are ten simple choices we can make for a healthier planet Earth:

1. Reduce, reuse, and recycle. Cut down on what you throw away. Follow the three "R's" to conserve natural resources and landfill space.
2. Volunteer. Volunteer for cleanups in your community. You can get involved in protecting your watershed, too.
3. Educate. When you further your own education, you can help others understand the importance and value of our natural resources.
4. Conserve Water. The less water you use, the less runoff and wastewater that eventually end up in the ocean.
5. Choose Sustainable. Select goods made with recycled or sustainably sourced materials. Learn how to make smart seafood choices at fishwatch.gov
6. Shop Wisely. Buy less plastic and bring a reusable shopping bag.
7. Use long-lasting light bulbs. Energy efficient light bulbs reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Also flip the light switch off when you leave the room!
8. Plant a tree. Trees provide food and oxygen. They help save energy, clean the air, and help combat climate change.
9. Don’t send chemicals into waterways. Choose non-toxic chemicals in the home and office.
10. Bike more, drive less.

Source: oceanservice.noaa.gov