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When it comes to change the world, we can have several ideas in mind, and actually there are several ways of doing this that even can be quite simple.

One of the best ways is through sustainability. After all, we are taking care of the environment that we can make it a better place for ourselves and for futures generations.Saving the planet is a complex attitude and depends on cooperation between all individuals, companies and government institutions. However, some simple attitudes can bring significant changes in this struggle. Actions that begin with you.
They are common acts like separating the trash, saving water and other actions to develop at home.

We can recycle

The recycling of the material is vey important, not only to reduce the accumulation of waste, but also to conserve natural resources extraction.Some example of recyclable materials:

•  Paper: newspapers, magazines, office sheets, boxes, cardboard, etc;
•  Glass: bottles, cups, containers;
•  Metal: Steel and aluminum cans', clips, hairpins and paper, aluminum foil;
•  Plastic: bottles of soft drinks and water, pipes, cleaning supplies packaging and food bags.

We can reuse

We played a lot in the trash that could be reused for other purposes. Reusing, we generated a good domestic economy, and we are contributing to the sustainable development of the planet. This is because everything that is manufactured requires the use of energy and raw materials. When we throw something in the trash, we are also wasting the energy that was used to make the fuel used in transportation and raw material used. Not to mention that if this object is not disposed of properly, it can pollute the environment.

• Jars and plastic bottles can be transformed into plant pots.
• Sheets of paper with printing on only one side can be turned into scrap paper, using the blank side.
• The water used for washing can be reused to wash the yard.
• With creativity and packaging, toothpicks and plastic pots you can create several interesting toys.

We can save water

As we all know, water is a precious natural good. Although found in large quantities on planet Earth, its treatment is expensive and laborious. Some experts say that if water consumption continues at current levels (considering the high waste), in the future we may face serious problems of water shortage. 
In addition to collaborating with the environment, the practice of saving water and its conscious consumption, can generate a good savings in the water bill at the end of the month.

• When brushing and shaving, keep the tap closed;
• Do not throw frying oil down the sink drain. Besides running the risk of clogging the plumbing of the residence, this practice pollutes the rivers and makes difficult the treatment of the water;
• Do not let leaks occur in pipes inside the residence;
• Reuse water whenever possible;
• Use a watering can instead of a hose to water the plants;
• Use a broom to sweep the floor and not the water from the hose;
• Capture rainwater with buckets. This water can be used to wash cars, backyards and water plants;

We can planting more trees and plants

Trees are indispensable in nature because they have several purposes. They aid in the purification and humidity of the air, capturing toxic gases and returning oxygen to the atmosphere. In addition, trees bring other benefits to various ecosystems and public spaces.
When an area is deforested by agricultural activity, for example, the soil is exposed to rainfall and causes erosion and landslides to occur more frequently. To avoid these problems, planting trees is necessary, since the shrubs can store a good part of the rainfall demand.

We can save energy

We can all help fight waste. By saving energy, we help preserve the environment, extend the life of non-renewable resources, and postpone the construction of power plants and the implementation of new transmission lines.
Get to know some small changes of habit and attitudes that make the difference:

• Save energy using the sun
• Save energy by extending clothes on clothesline
• Save energy by taking electronics out of the wall outlet.
• Save energy by using the right bulb
• Save energy by buying appliances suitable for your consumption

We can save the animals.

We are responsible for the destruction of wild habitats, excessive predatory hunting, pollution, disturbances in the food chain, animal trafficking, among others. This is not just the definitive loss of several species (as if that were not enough). Science and medicine rely on them to develop new advances and even our food is threatened, as we also disturb the pollination of the bees. Looking at this scenario, it seems so catastrophic that individual changes would not make a difference, but there are a number of attitudes that can be adopted to prevent the disappearance of new species and ourselves. One way is to report any type of aggression to the environment such as deforestation, burning, animal trafficking, etc. With regard to animal trafficking, it is easier to contribute:

• Do not buy any kind of handicraft that has some part removed from animals, such as feathers, leather, etc .;
• Do not wear clothing from animal skin;
• Note that canaries, maritacas and other birds are part of the species of animals that suffer from the trafficking of animals. Therefore, direct friends and relatives who have a habit of keeping these animals in cages;
• Denounce whenever you perceive actions of mistreatment and maintenance of animals in captivity.

The Planet Earth is degraded due to what has been suffering through the action of man. Now the process has been accelerating since the industrial revolution, following in a domino effect, which began to be measured and quantified in 1960, aggravated every year. These are glaciers of thousands of years, melting, deforestation in ever wider areas, alterations in the regional water cycle, which lead to their lack in regions and countries, noise pollution, air and water, acid rain, soil contamination, Other events. 
We need to do something! Do not think only of yourself, get involved with issues in your community, join groups advocating a cause.  There are thousands of people who are unfortunately already being affected.    Changing the world altogether is not an easy task, but with small actions we can make the difference.
"We can change the world and make it a better place. It's in your hands to make a difference." Nelson Mandela (1918-2013)

Name: Isabela Sales Class: 8:45 10:00 Teacher: Alice