10 Ways to Impact the Planet on Earth Day

Today is Earth Day and you are in a unique position to impact our planet. Here are 10 simple ways that you can reduce your carbon footprint on Mother Earth right now. 

1. Refrain from printing anything for just one day.
   
2. Have lunch delivered to the office for several employees, rather than everyone driving.
   
3. Turn off your computer when you leave today.
   
4. Do not buy anything in a plastic bottle, case or otherwise.
   
5. Turn off the light in your office when you leave.
   
6. Invest in a re-usable bag at the grocery store – these are actually very handy and some come with insulation to keep your groceries cold/hot.
   
7. Recycle at least one item today.
   
8. Take a shower, not a bath. A full bath requires 70 gallons of water. A shower requires 10-25.
   
9. Replace light bulbs with energy-efficient bulbs – a little more expensive, but will save you on electric bills, too!
   
10. Forward this email to others and spread the efficiency! 

For more tips on creating a happy environment, visit www.epa.gov/earthday/tips.htm