Reduce Environmental Pollution
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Pollution can take many forms: the air we breathe, the water we drink, the soil we use to grow our food, the lit-up skies and even the increasing noise we hear every day can all contribute to health problems and a lower quality of life with major disruptions and effects on wildlife and ecosystems. One of the greatest problems that the world is facing today is that of environmental pollution, which is causing grave and irreparable damage to the natural world and human society with about 40% of deaths worldwide being caused by water, air and soil pollution and coupled with human overpopulation has contributed to the malnutrition of 3.7 billion people worldwide, making them more susceptible to disease. Pollution occurs in many forms ranging from chemicals in the form of gases or liquids, noise, energy sources such as light or heat, or solids such as the types of waste that end up in landfills. Even naturally occurring substances, such as carbon dioxide and mercury, can be considered pollution when additional quantities are added to the environment in unsafe amounts. A polluted environment is a polluted society - one we created and one only we can renew. Learn more.
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Why Reduce Pollution?
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Reduce Air Pollution
Reducing air pollution runs hand in hand with improving your health, saving money, living greener and being consciously aware of the intricate connection everyday actions have with everyday breaths.
Reduce Water Pollution
Water is where life began and why life continues, but it is also the world's most threatened essential resource. Learn how you can help purify, conserve and protect water resources.
Reduce Soil Pollution
One by one, we can make a difference to help purify soils and restore balance to once fertile grounds, including your own backyard or farm.
Reduce Light Pollution
Light pollution is one of the easiest pollutions to clean up. Taking steps to reduce light pollution doesn't mean living in the dark - it's about making light more efficient and beneficial.
Reduce Noise Pollution
Noise pollution is an unwanted or disturbing sound which can interfere with normal activities for humans and wildlife, such as sleeping, conversation, reproduction, communication, or disrupt or diminish one's quality of life. Learn what you can do to escape or diminish it!
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Last Revised: 11/20/13
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