Do Mother Nature a favor this Earth Day!

Earth Day is to remind each person of his right and the equal right of each person to the use of this global home and at the same time the equal responsibility of each person to preserve and improve the Earth and the quality of life thereon.

If only human being are aware of how huge their contributions can be to minimize global warming, dying oceans, pollution and other threats against the environment, the world would probably a healthier place to live at. Here are 9 of many ways an individual can help protect the world from ecological doom.

1. Conserve water.

Pay attention on how you use water. Check and fix the water leaks. Use a hose nozzle and turn off the water while you wash your car And you can also brush your teeth without Running Water- Save water. Closing the faucet when brushing your teeth can actually save 5 gallons per day. Just use a mug of water to gargle after brushing.

2. Conserve energy.

You can save electricity by unplugging all appliances and tools when not in use and by turning off lights in unoccupied room.

3. Reduce and Recycle

This is basic, yet many people fail to throw their garbage properly. Segregate biodegradable, non-biodegradable, and recyclable wastes.There are many things you can recycle. Papers, batteries, glass, aluminum, metals, bottled water and more. Recycling these products can help eliminate almost 50% of wastes produced by people around the world. 

4. Stop Smoking.

Cigarettes are not only the world’s number one cause of preventable death, they’re also a major cause of air, land and water pollution.

5. Walk or Ride a bike.

 Conserve gasoline. You can reduce greenhouse gases while burning some calories and improving your health. 

6. Compost.

Reduce organic waste by freezing leftovers for soups and stews, by cooking more accurate portions and by composting the remains. The land around you will be healthier and more vibrant for your efforts.

7. Work to Protect Animals.

Consider volunteering or donating with an organization dedicated to protecting wildlife -- threatened or not -- across the globe.

8. Do a Tree-planting project.

Trees produce oxygen, which helps minimize global warming. Planting trees helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, cleans pollution, secures soil in place to prevent erosion, and provides homes for a lot of biodiversity.

9. Create a Blog.

Share awareness online. If you have an opinion you want to voice out, you may want to start your own blog. And you can send Earth day greeting cards online.

“Living on and using the land is a privilege, not a right.” Simple actions can make a big difference, and everyone can and should contribute to positive change.