Easy Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

While every day is a good day to be kind to the planet, this is a day to show appreciation and get into new habits. Here’s some easy ways to do so.

Plant something. Trees are a good option because they cool things down, clean the air and give off more oxygen. It’s also been proven that they can increase your property value.

Get outside and go for a bike ride. Not only does it help reduce your carbon footprint but, it’s also gets you moving.

Buy local produce. Food in the grocery stores travels an average of 1,500 miles to get to you, and all that shipping can cause pollution. Plus, you’ll be contributing to a local business.

Purchase reusable items like grocery bags and water bottles. It’s been estimated over two million tons of water bottles end up in U.S. landfills. Plus, Americans use nearly 100 billion plastic bags annually.

Finally, just spend more time outdoors. Take advantage of the warm weather we have here by working, eating lunch or reading in the back yard or on your patio.