00:00Since 1970, the world has acknowledged Earth Day to celebrate the land we live on.
00:06It also serves as a reminder to take care of it.
00:09People are considering adopting a zero-waste lifestyle to reduce their carbon footprint and climate change.
00:14One of the ways to be less wasteful is to recycle, reduce the amount of single-use plastics,
00:19and instead create a stockpile of sustainable resources such as glass containers, reusable bags, and leveraging garbage disposals.
00:27While wastefulness takes a toll on the health of the Earth and the people living on the planet,
00:32there are opportunities to take action against pollution for Earth Day,
00:35like incorporating the three R's, reduce, reuse, recycle.
00:40Check out our tips for being less wasteful for Earth Day this year and beyond.
00:44Reusable shopping totes
00:46Think about bringing your bags to grocery stores and markets.
00:50Carrying your reusable totes limits the amount of plastic and bags needed.
00:54Walk, bicycle, or take public transportation.
00:56We all know the rising cost of gas.
00:59It'll lower your carbon footprint and save you money.
01:02Shop for used items
01:03Instead of shopping for a whole new wardrobe or furniture set, opt to incorporate second-hand clothing and decor items.
01:09Recycle
01:10This tip might seem like a no-brainer, but recycling is vital to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators.
01:18Conserves natural resources such as timber, water, and minerals.
01:21It prevents pollution and reduces greenhouse gases by reducing the need to mine and process new raw materials.
01:28Save energy around the house.
01:30Make a habit of turning off the lights.
01:32Replace incandescent bulbs with fluorescents and turn the A.C. down or off.
01:36Clean filters regularly and use a fan to keep cool.
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