My Company’s Message on World Environment Day
1. I will boil only the water I need, rather than filling the kettle every time.
If you boil a full kettle three times a day you’ll raise carbon dioxide emissions by 52kg a year. It takes two trees to absorb that amount. If you only boil the water you need each time, you’ll save energy and reduce your carbon dioxide emissions by more than 7kg a year.
· Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas, which contributes to climate change. We need to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide we release to limit the effects of climate change.
· Although trees can be planted to absorb some of this carbon dioxide, we really need to use up less energy in the first place.
2. I will replace two light bulbs in my house with energy saving versions.
Over one year, it would take 13 trees to absorb the 40kg of carbon dioxide you would have emitted into the air.
· The release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, caused by the burning of fossil fuels, contributes to climate change. We are experiencing more floods and droughts, and wildlife and plants are also affected.
· Countries that have ratified the Kyoto Protocol must reduce their carbon dioxide emissions.
· Reducing the amount of electricity we use will mean that less fuel is burned for the generators that supply it. Doing this will also save you money.
3. I will turn my biodegradable waste into compost for my garden
Each person dumps 194kg of organic waste a year. That is the equivalent of 12,900 apple cores.
· Much of the waste we produce is collected by local authorities and burned or buried in landfill sites. Burning creates carbon dioxide emissions, which contribute to climate change. Landfill is also unsustainable, as we cannot keep creating more landfill sites.
· The only solution is to reduce the amount of waste we produce, or do something else with it. When you shop, try to find items with less packaging, and when you produce waste such as leftover food, put it in a compost bin and watch your garden bloom.
4. I will volunteer for a green project in my local community.
Many projects are completely reliant on volunteers giving up their time. The sort of projects you could do can range from litter picking, to planting trees, to running a green event.
· Trees planted absorb this carbon dioxide release caused by the burning of fossil fuels etc.
· You’ll also get the opportunity to meet lots of new people, develop new skills and put something back into the community.
5. I will reuse plastic bags for my shopping.
If you throw away four fewer plastic bags every week, you’ll save 4,160 bags from ending up in landfill sites over 20 years.
· Landfill space is limited and will eventually run out if we continue to increase the amount of rubbish we produce. Although there are alternative ways of disposing of rubbish, the best option is to produce less in the first place.
· Plastic bags also spoil the look of our environment. If we re-use the bags we already have, this will mean that fewer new ones are made... and then abandoned.
· Many supermarkets will sell you a “bag for life” which you can reuse, or you could just reuse standard plastic bags by taking a few with you when you go shopping.
6. I will share my car journeys to work with a colleague, or replace those car journeys with public transport.
The average car commuter drives 19 miles a day. Cutting that by half through car sharing would save 648kg of carbon dioxide over one year, the same as that absorbed by 216 trees.
· Carbon dioxide is one of the gases that contribute to climate change when it is released. Planting more trees is an impractical option, and we really need to reduce the amount of energy we use to cut down carbon dioxide emissions.
· Walking or cycling, even just once or twice a week, can help reduce emissions and it has financial benefits. Walking to the bus stop can also contribute to the 10,000 steps a day we all need to do to improve our health.
7. I will switch off my television or computer screen, rather than leave it on stand-by.
Over a year this will save 30kg of carbon dioxide from being emitted into the air - the same as that absorbed by 10 trees.
· The release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, caused by the burning of fossil fuels, contributes to climate change. We are experiencing more floods and droughts, and wildlife and plants are also affected.
· Although trees can be planted to absorb some of this carbon dioxide, we need to use up less energy in the first place. Reducing the amount of electricity we use will mean that less fuel is burned for the generators that supply it.
· Countries that have ratified the Kyoto Protocol must reduce their carbon dioxide emissions. Doing this will also save you money.
8. I will take showers instead of baths.
A daily bath uses 16, 425 liters more water a year than a shower.
· Even though the INDIA gets a lot of rain each year, but this is not in every state of INDIA, the density of our population means that water supplies are limited and must be looked after carefully.
· Many underground water sources rely solely on winter rainfall to fill them up. As summers become longer and hotter, this reduces the time that water sources can be refilled.
· We all need to make an effort to save water, or we could face drought in many parts of the country.
9. I will use an outdoor clothesline instead of a clothes dryer
The electricity used to run clothes dryer results in emission of carbon dioxide. Burning fossil fuels, such as coal is not a sustainable way of providing energy, as fossil fuels will eventually run out.
· Although trees can be planted to absorb some of this carbon dioxide, we need to use up less energy in the first place. Reducing the amount of electricity we use will mean that less fuel is burned for the generators that supply it. Doing this will also save you money.
10. I will turn the tap off when I brush my teeth.
If you brush your teeth for three minutes, twice a day with the tap running while you clean your teeth, you are wasting 10,950 liters of water a year.
· Many underground water sources rely solely on winter rainfall to fill them up. As summers become longer and hotter, this reduces the time that water sources can be refilled.
· We all need to make an effort to save water, or we could face drought in many parts of the country.
11. I will switch my household to energy generated from renewable sources.
The electricity used by the average household results in 1,892 kg of carbon dioxide. You can reduce that to zero by switching your electricity supply to a green tariff. That is the equivalent of planting 631 trees.
· Burning fossil fuels, such as coal is not a sustainable way of providing energy, as fossil fuels will eventually run out.
· Coal burning releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere and contributes to climate change. There are a variety of alternatives we can use such as wave, wind or solar. All of these have various advantages and disadvantages but one thing is clear. We do need to move away. Doing this will also save you money.
12. I will recharge ground water by the method of rainwater harvesting in my house.
Even though the INDIA gets a lot of rain each year, but this is not in every state of INDIA, the density of our population means that water supplies are limited and must be looked after carefully.
· We all need to make an effort to conserve water, or we could face drought in many parts of the country.
· Many underground water sources rely solely on rainfall to fill them up. As summers become longer and hotter, this reduces the time that water sources can be refilled.
If Anyone of us take any one resolutions out of above 12, I will feel happier to contribute something to our society.
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