5 Things You Can Do at Home for Earth Day
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day!
Earth Day began as a unified response to the global environmental crisis in 1970, and is now recognized as the planet's largest civic
5 Things You Can Do at Home for Earth Day
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day!
Earth Day began as a unified response to the global environmental crisis in 1970, and is now recognized as the planet's largest civic event. People around the world do their part to participate in activities towards a future with a reduced carbon footprint.
While most of us are in our homes for the majority of the day, we bring you some activities and other resources to help you participate in Earth Day 2020 right from the comfort of your home and focus on change for a brighter future.
Live Streaming Events
Video consumption has been more than usual around the world as we spend more time indoors amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Live streaming is on the rise, as many industries navigate change and use this platform to reach their audiences.
Earth Day is no different. Tune in to a live stream today to participate in the global action. NASA have been uploading Earth Day related content to their YouTube channel, while today NASA Science Live presents an Earth Day special.
If music is more of your thing, you can catch Earth Day 50 all day spreading the knowledge, calls to action, as well as hosting live music performances from the likes of Ziggy Marley, Al Gore, Dave Mathews, and Jack Johnson.
Spring Cleaning Day
As the weather warms up into spring, today could be a good day to get started with some spring cleaning. Try to use environmentally friendly cleaning products as they are designed to decrease water pollution, ozone depletion, air pollution, and global climate change in comparison to non eco-friendly products.
The Eco Hub recommends five Canadian eco-friendly cleaning products that can get you started. If you want to get the children involved in the Earth Day cleaning, then you can make tasks a contest and reward them with Earth Day related prizes.
Eat Local, Vegetarian and Organic
Local businesses who are still operating in some capacity can use your support in the community now more than ever. Participate in Earth Day's 50th anniversary with a local, vegetarian, or organic meal.
Organic farming produces products without the use of chemicals. These practices cycle resources, promote ecological balance, and conserve biodiversity. You can look into local delivery options for organic food delivery.
Did you know livestock farming is responsible for 14.5 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions and 63 per cent of deforestation in the Amazon? Try to discover new proteins and plant-based products.
Take an easy step towards reducing energy consumption with energy-efficient lightbulbs. This week could be a good starting point to replacing your traditional incandescent lightbulbs. M