Are you familiar with these names – Barack Obama, Bill Gates, Hu Jintao, Vladimir Putin, Pope Benedict XVI, Larry Page, Mark Zuckerberg and Oprah Winfrey? I must say that these are just some of the most powerful people in the world. These are the persons who have influenced the human race. Among the 6.8 billion people here on planet earth, have you imagined what you can do to be recognized by these billions of people? Definitely yes, each and every one of us can do a lot and influence others; one way is to save our mother earth.
Earth is a very important part of everyone’s lives and since we live here, we should all be responsible individuals. You may not be able to reduce global warming, end pollution and save endangered species single-handed but by choosing to live an earth-friendly lifestyle, you can help protect our environment even in simple ways. Some ways are unplug appliances if not in need or use compact fluorescent light bulbs to conserve energy; try to walk for short trips or take public transportation for longer ones to reduce air pollution; use reusable bags when shopping instead of plastic bags especially now that its Christmas season. For businesses like call centre, automotive companies, cellphone companies, airlines, etc., make sure to be a green company by reducing paper usage in the office, using energy efficient computers and most of all, encouraging the employees to do such practices.
Let’s stop saying “what can I do, I’m only one person”, instead “I’m only one person but I can be a powerful one to save the earth”.