{"id":4263,"date":"2011-04-22T05:31:38","date_gmt":"2011-04-22T09:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.energyrefuge.com\/blog\/?p=4263"},"modified":"2017-09-05T17:50:47","modified_gmt":"2017-09-05T21:50:47","slug":"five-ideas-for-earth-day-2011-resolutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.energyrefuge.com\/blog\/five-ideas-for-earth-day-2011-resolutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Ideas For Earth Day 2011 Resolutions"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Via Ksfy<\/figcaption><\/figure>For 41 years now, April 22nd is the day we dedicate to Mother Earth. The idea originated in California where in 1970 U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson held an environmental teach-in on this date.
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But there\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s no point celebrating Earth Day without considering action; otherwise it risks becoming just another symbolic and meaningless date. For that reason, we have compiled a few resolutions for Earth Day 2011:<\/p>\n

a) Switch to alternative energy<\/a>:<\/strong> Clean energy is surely one of the best ways to help the environment. Massive solar farms are being built, but it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s rooftop solar that will help decentralize power generation. And guess what? The New York Times has written that installing solar power also increases a property\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s resale value<\/a>. It’s a win-win solution.<\/p>\n

b) Re-use and recycle:<\/strong> These are two established green actions but it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s surprising how many people still don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t recycle, which would send Beverly Sutphin from Serial Mom<\/a> into a lethal rage fit. Not just individuals, but big companies also fail to recycle<\/a> as we reported yesterday. So think of Easter as the symbol of rebirth that it is and give products a new lease of life as well.<\/p>\n

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c) Cycle to work: <\/strong>Nothing can be greener than cycling. It is emissions-free, needs little maintenance, makes no noise and keeps you fit. Check out our recent post on Bike Month<\/a> and get ready for some two-wheel action.<\/p>\n

d) Go vegetarian:<\/strong> The livestock industry is responsible for 18% of all greenhouse gas emissions and some say quitting meat has a bigger impact than quitting a SUV. In fact, it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s probably one of the easiest green actions we could take since we it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s much easier to change a diet than it is to quit transport. Follow the link to order a free veggie starter kit<\/a>.<\/p>\n

e) Save water:<\/strong> Water scarcity is a major concern in the 21st century. As we reported recently, wind power generation needs almost no water<\/a> in its electricity generation process, but wind alone it can\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t solve the problem. Use water frugally, remembering what a precious commodity it is and how lucky you are to have clean water from the tap. Nearly one billion people don’t have access to clean water while many others have to walk for miles to access a well. It is expected that climate change will exacerbate the water problem so we had better start taking action now. Follow the link to get some tips on how to save water at home<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Happy Earth Day and Happy Easter from Energy Refuge!<\/em><\/p>\n

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