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Think Globally—Act Locally

On a global scale, the earth is facing environmental problems that affect the atmosphere and climate. These problems don’t just arise out of nowhere—evidence suggests the reasons are anthropogenic (manmade).  If we contributed to the slow and steady onset of global warming, it is only logical that we should try our best to reverse it. Unfortunately, you can’t fix the worlds environmental problems by yourself, but you CAN make a difference.

Set your big goals—help reduce global warming, make the world a cleaner and greener place—and act on your goals in your community. In fact, there are many ways to go about making a difference right from your household.  The best way to go green in your home is by following the three R’s: reduce, reuse, recycle. Cut back on the amount of trash you use (reduce), save things that can be used for later (reuse), and use a separate container for paper, plastic, and glass trash that can be picked up by a local recycler . Then, once your family household has reduced reused and recycled its way to an environmentally friendly level, start spreading the green in your community. Set out recycle bins at local venues lacking them, volunteer with your local recycling company, and bring the three R’s with you to the workplace. Businesses go through tons of paper weekly, and often don’t take the time to properly dispose of it.

If you feel like the weight of the world’s problems are too much for you to handle, chances are there are local environmental groups in your area that would love for you to join them. A simple Google search will provide you with a multitude of options that will allow you to link with networks of other activists trying to achieve the same goals as you. Together, you can reduce the waste levels in your community and help reach your global goals one recycling bin at a time.