Every year on April 22nd, people around the world celebrate Earth Day. The first one was held in 1970, which many say was the beginning of the environmental movement. The day serves as a reminder of everyone’s responsibility to protect our natural resources for future generations.

The theme for this year’s Earth Day is “Our Power, Our Planet”. What are some things we can incorporate into our everyday lives to help ourselves and our community? Please see a list below that I saw in the Sussex County Division of Health’s April Newsletter.

1. Reduce, reuse, recycle

2. Conserve water by fixing any leaks and using less when possible

3. Turn off lights and electronics when not in use

4. Use reusable bags, bottles and containers

5. Limit single-use plastics

6. Walk, bike or carpool instead of driving alone

7. Plant trees or support local green spaces

8. Buy local and sustainable products

9. Dispose of waste properly, including hazardous materials

10. Educate others about environmental health and sustainability