Earth Day is a name used by two different observances held annually in the (northern) spring, both intended to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth’s ostensibly fragile environment.
Earth Day is in the public domain and open to all persons to shape. Some grassroots Earth Day organizers seek to move the date of the observance to the Summer Solstice, to take advantage of the warm temperatures in the Northern hemisphere (where most people live) to create greater participation.
Top Five Earth Day Tips…
save the world and save money
1. By eating fish that are caught in an environmentally responsible manner, you can help keep the marine ecosystem healthy, without compromising freshness and taste. Find out which fish are best and worst to choose.
2. When you’re next in the market for a car, choose the one in your class with the highest fuel efficiency rating. You’ll save money each time you fill up.
3. Check your tires once a month, since properly inflating your tires improves gas mileage. According to DOE, underinflated tires waste more than two million gallons of gasoline a day. And they’re also a safety hazard.
4. Using fluorescent lights can be a major factor in cutting greenhouse gas emissions. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, a new compact fluorescent bulb uses 75% less energy than a standard incandescent and lasts about 10 times as long.
5. You prevent waste and save money whenever you reduce your purchases of disposable and overpackaged items or reuse more of what you already have. It’s easy!
More info can be found at: http://www.getgreen.com
