1. Start Your Own Initiative or Volunteer with Environmental Organizations 

Whether it’s something small like starting a community clean-up group or building a large social organization with significant reach and impact, taking initiatives for environmental conservation can go a long way. There are many successful youth-led environmental organizations that are leading by example today. However, if you’re not up to it, you can also make an impact on the environment by getting involved with local non-profits and assisting environmental community groups. There are several ways in which you can get involved, from running online awareness campaigns, to offering practical help.

 2. Save Resources 

Did you know that only 0.03% of the 70% of water available to us is freshwater? That’s why saving water is so important for freshwater ecosystems. By doing simple things like taking shorter showers, avoiding small clothes washes, and turning your taps off while brushing, you can save gallons of water! Similarly, it’s important to be mindful of your electricity consumption, and make adaptations so that you can reduce the demand for energy production and thereby preserve fossil fuel resources. While public and private entities plan the transition to sustainable alternatives, by doing our bit at homes and offices, we can reduce fossil fuel dependency. 

3. Only Buy What You Need 

Lastly, think about your purchasing habits. Do you buy too many products? Can you do without some of the things that you often buy? Are you being a responsible consumer? Simply buying more because of tempting offers or discounts will actually cost us and the environment more. Whether its groceries, clothes, accessories or home products, by purchasing only what you need, you reduce the amount of waste generated, and thus pollution. Remember, natural resources are limited, our excessive consumption can be counter-productive. And how many of these “things” end up in the landfill?