Ten Simple Things You Can Do to Help Protect the 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.






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  2.) Volunteer. Volunteer for cleanups in your community. You can get involved in protecting your watershed, too. 






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  3.) Educate. When you further your own education, you can help others understand the importance and            value of our natural resources.






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  4.) Conserve water. The less water you use, the less runoff and wastewater that eventually end up in the          ocean.






• 5.) Choose sustainable. Learn how to make smart seafood choices.






• 6.) Shop wisely. Buy less plastic and bring a reusable shopping bag.
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• 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 our waterways. Choose non-toxic chemicals in the home and office.






• 10.) Bike more. Drive less.