LAHORE- ‘June 8’ is World Oceans Day when we celebrate our relationship with the ocean through the global connection.
This day carries a lot of significance and according to National Geographic, about 8 million tons of plastic are dumped into our oceans. Every person can make a difference in reducing human impact on the environment.
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Here are some small actions which we can take to protect our bodies of water:
1#Reduce your plastic consumption: Investing in your own reusable stainless steel or glass straw can make a big difference in maintaining a sustainable environment. Bringing your own canvas bags to the grocery store and using reusable water bottles are also good ways to reduce your use of plastic. These small changes can save the lives of marine animals.
2#Be conscious about how much energy you’re using: Turn off lights and faucets that you’re not using. Turn on a fan instead of lowering the thermostat. Commute to work by bicycle or public transportation a few days a week
3#Keep our beaches clean: Always clean up after yourself on your trips to the beach. A garbage can may not always be present, so bring a bag to store your trash. Make sure to tear apart and dispose of plastic soda rings, which are specifically threatening to birds and turtles.
4#Never drop your cigarette at roads, shores: As cigarettes are not biodegradable and can introduce harmful chemicals into the water.
5#Donate your money or time to an environmental organization: Do some quick research to find a legitimate organization to donate to, or get a few friends together and devote a day to helping the environment in some way.
