Lot has been said and done about global warming, but all that is still a drop in the ocean. Though most of us cannot participate in a big way, there are still things we can do in our own small ways, and these seemingly small things will impact the globe in a big way. If each one of us were to carry one small stone, then it will not be an impossible task to build a fort, isn't it?
Like they say, change begins at home, so would be our contribution too as individuals and as a family. Following is a small list of things that we can inculcate into our daily routine.
1. Switch off fan and lights when not in use.
2. Running air conditioners at 24 degrees and switching them off when you do not need them.
3. Usage of paper and cloth bags instead of plastics.
4. Avoid littering at public places, trains, buses. People tend to use local trains as dumping grounds to throw away plastics, fruits/vegetable wastes, hair, etc. It is very sad that they do not realize that it is our own property and cleanliness and hygiene need to be maintained by us. Look around for dustbins or dispose them off once you reach home.
5. I do not know what religious sentiments it signifies, but one also needs to stop throwing flowers and wastes in the creek as the trains pass by; many do not even remove the plastic bags the flowers are contained in.
6. During certain festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, the idols are immersed in the sea, lakes, creek, etc. Please restrain from disposing them off this way and thus polluting the waters. Refrain from using plaster of paris idols and switch over to metallic or eco-friendly ones, which can be reused and disposed off in a safe manner. Small idols can be immersed in your bathroom tub which could be nicely decorated. For larger idols there are many artificial ponds built by the municipality for safe disposal. One really ought to visit such places (where they dump the idols carelessly) after a few days to see the state of the idols, which is really pathetic.
7. Water is a valuable natural resource and should be used with care. Many societies that provide 24-hour water supply should do so with a gentle reminder. People often misuse this facility. It is advisable to have fixed water timings to avoid misuse/overuse. Taps should be checked and closed before leaving the house. Leaking taps should be fixed promptly.
This is just a small compilation and I would encourage my readers to add to this and thus help spreading awareness in our society.
This Earth is not just a planet, but she is our Mother, and we need to respect, love, and take care of her.
Go Clean
Go Green
Like they say, change begins at home, so would be our contribution too as individuals and as a family. Following is a small list of things that we can inculcate into our daily routine.
1. Switch off fan and lights when not in use.
2. Running air conditioners at 24 degrees and switching them off when you do not need them.
3. Usage of paper and cloth bags instead of plastics.
4. Avoid littering at public places, trains, buses. People tend to use local trains as dumping grounds to throw away plastics, fruits/vegetable wastes, hair, etc. It is very sad that they do not realize that it is our own property and cleanliness and hygiene need to be maintained by us. Look around for dustbins or dispose them off once you reach home.
5. I do not know what religious sentiments it signifies, but one also needs to stop throwing flowers and wastes in the creek as the trains pass by; many do not even remove the plastic bags the flowers are contained in.
6. During certain festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, the idols are immersed in the sea, lakes, creek, etc. Please restrain from disposing them off this way and thus polluting the waters. Refrain from using plaster of paris idols and switch over to metallic or eco-friendly ones, which can be reused and disposed off in a safe manner. Small idols can be immersed in your bathroom tub which could be nicely decorated. For larger idols there are many artificial ponds built by the municipality for safe disposal. One really ought to visit such places (where they dump the idols carelessly) after a few days to see the state of the idols, which is really pathetic.
7. Water is a valuable natural resource and should be used with care. Many societies that provide 24-hour water supply should do so with a gentle reminder. People often misuse this facility. It is advisable to have fixed water timings to avoid misuse/overuse. Taps should be checked and closed before leaving the house. Leaking taps should be fixed promptly.
This is just a small compilation and I would encourage my readers to add to this and thus help spreading awareness in our society.
This Earth is not just a planet, but she is our Mother, and we need to respect, love, and take care of her.
Go Clean
Go Green
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| A Ganesh idol in the filth |
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| Does your God deserve this? |
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| If they are holy, they should be treated as holy. |
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