Since 1972, is celebrated every June 5 World Environment Day, established by the UN General Assembly to mark the beginning of the Stockholm environmental conference, which intention was to raise worldwide awareness of environmental problems affecting the planet.
During this celebration, running different activities for environmental conservation, schools and institutions are tree planting, talks, environmental campaigns, among other activities that create awareness among the citizens with the sole purpose of preserving the atmosphere which not only is the space in which life develops, but this includes all living things, water, soil, air and an endless number of additional elements.
In recent years the environment has undergone significant changes, where all elements of the team are being increasingly degraded by human action. Constant pollution, deforestation, forest, industry and the fleet has generated a serious impact on the atmosphere today is reflected in global warming and greenhouse effect.
diverse country
Venezuela is located in the top 10 most diverse countries in the world and ranks sixth in the Americas. Its geographical position makes it a diverse country, where you can find: Westfall, plains, savannas, coasts, dunes, and forests morichales. However, it also has one of highest rates of deforestation, as forests have been disappearing Venezuelan at an accelerated pace.
The same applies to the rivers where the water introduction of foreign matter such as microorganisms, chemicals, industrial waste, mining waste water, deteriorating water quality and make it useless for the intended uses.
Take action, is part of the cause
The environment is constantly THREATENED by industrial abuses that occur daily that pollute and damage the natural process of life. The planet is quite big but ordinary citizens can also participate in rescue activities with significant environmental and being such for future generations.
is important to minimize the environmental impact generated by each human being, a lifestyle not only ecological but also economic, to rescue the planet.
Simple measures like turning off the water heater and air conditioning when not in use, or away from home. That could reduce up to 10% electricity consumption costs, as multiply could mean 35 million fewer tons of CO2 to the atmosphere.
Clean the filters of air conditioners to work with less energy and create more hygienic environment within the products hogar.Comprar "Green" now many appliances are identified as energy savers, may be more expensive than regular products but represent an investment that will result in lower power consumption in the future. Fluorescent light bulbs are a good start. Many computers consume large amounts of energy to be plugged into the power outlets, get a power strip to connect multiple computers and turn it off when leaving home. Set up your computer in power saving mode, the monitor turns off when the computer is inactive but the programs will remain open. Using public transportation is an excellent option for reducing the environmental impact when the distance is short it is preferable to leave the car at home. Carpooling with coworkers, not only alleviate traffic and spend less on gasoline, also will be participating in the rescue environment. Check the brakes of the car. Not only prevent accidents, make sure you also reduce the amount of smoke and expelling carbon dioxide your vehicle. Walking and cycling are also excellent choices, and healthier.
Source: New Press
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