Here's what you can do today for the environment! - Today we live in a world filled with man-made pollution. Factory fumes, car exhaust fumes, and litter scattered everywhere are the main contributors to this problem. Humans are also guilty of energy and water waste, and of chopping down trees every day to make paper. Here you can find out some actions that, although small, can make all the difference and contribute to making the world a cleaner and more pleasant place. Check it out!

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Plant a tree - By planting a tree you will encourage nature to flourish. In addition, it will make the air cleaner and the land will be used in a more sustainable way.

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Leave the car at home - Although they're very convenient, cars create a lot of pollution in the world. So, whenever possible, leave your car at home.

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Exercise - Cycling can be a healthy option and an ideal means of transportation. It doesn't pollute the environment, allows you to move around and it's also a way for you to exercise.

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Solutions - If you really need to take the car, choose to drive more slowly or use cruise control. This is a great way to save fuel and reduce the carbon dioxide released from vehicle's exhaust.

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Recycle - Before you throw anything away, sort the trash at home. This helps to reduce waste in large cities.

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Switch light bulbs - Choose an eco-friendly light bulb instead of a traditional one, since they use less energy and are greener.

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Save energy - If you're not going to return to a room in the next 10 minutes, turn off the light. In addition to saving electricity and money, it will also prevent the space from overheating.

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Cell phones - Some electronic devices, such as cell phones, are highly polluting due to the toxic properties released by the batteries. To avoid this, try to find a place where you can recycle the devices instead of throwing them straight into the garbage can.

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Glass - Recycle all glass. Separate all bottles and place them in the right recycling bin. This will contribute to the reduction of air and water pollution.

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Plastic - Plastic is one of the materials that takes hundreds of years to decompose. Try to avoid using plastic bags and look for cloth bags or reusable fabrics instead. There are many ways to reuse these materials.

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Paper - Recycling paper will help to reduce waste. In addition, many trees are destroyed to create this material and a world without trees is a poorer world.

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Don't waste paper - A good way to save paper is to write on both sides of the sheet. You'll use the sheet of paper to its fullest and save many trees' lives in the process. This small detail can make all the difference.

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Pamphlets - If you don't want advertising flyers clogging up your mailbox, put up a paper saying you don't want to receive more magazines or pamphlets. This will help in the battle against paper waste and will also keep your mailbox junk free.

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Electric devices - If you're not using a device, then disconnect it completely from the power plug. This will help cut down on electricity waste.

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Avoid fires - Cigarettes should always be extinguished outside of green areas, since a simple cigarette butt can start a fire. Use an ashtray, and you'll contribute to a better and safer world.

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Solar panels - Give preference to a solar heating system when taking baths. They don't consume electricity, work well and can still save you money in the long run.

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Don't litter - Don't litter. This is one of the main causes of the world's pollution. Instead, try to walk a little bit further and throw the objects in a garbage can.

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Washing machine - Whenever possible, do the laundry in cold water and fill it up to the machine's maximum capacity. This way you'll save energy and help the planet.

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Shower vs bath - Take showers rather than baths, as this will waste less water and contribute to a better world. Also, try to take quicker showers.

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Drying your laundry - Hang your clothes outdoors, instead of using a dryer. This will avoid energy waste and your clothes will even last longer.

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Brushing you teeth - Close the tap while you are brushing your teeth. This will avoid water waste.

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Diapers - Baby diapers can take up to 400 years to decompose. To avoid further pollution in the world, you can always opt for cloth diapers, reusable or biodegradable.

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Washing the car - Instead of washing the car at home, go to an automatic washing point where water use is controlled. This way, the amount used to wash the vehicle is just right and water waste will be reduced.

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Sorting - Plastic, glass and paper should be placed in their respective bins. This habit is a great way to help sorting products and reduce waste around the world.

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Object recycling - Think first before you throw objects in the garbage. Think about whether any of them can be reused by someone else. Get informed, recycle and help others.

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Shopping - When shopping, choose to take only what you need and what you're sure you will actually consume. This will avoid food wastage and contribute to a better world.

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Packaging - Avoid buying products in plastic and paper packaging that cannot be reused. Instead, choose products with recyclable packaging.

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Batteries - You should always recycle batteries as they can be very polluting to the environment. There are places where you can recharge and reuse these objects.

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Gas - If you're not using the cooker, turn off the gas. The environment will thank you and you'll be contributing to a better world.

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Better world - All of these things can make the world a more pleasant and less polluted place and these little things can make all the difference.

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