Author Question: Discuss steps people and communities can take to make the environment safe and healthier for all ... (Read 164 times)

ghost! · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Discuss steps people and communities can take to make the environment safe and healthier for all people.

Question 2

What can be done to reduce the effects of global warming?

Mollythedog · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

In your home:
- Reduce unnecessary packaging.
- Test your house for radon.
- Reduce toxic wastes.
- Sort out discarded solvents, pesticides, and other hazardous materials from other trash.
- Switch to reusable products.
- Use less energy.
- Use less water.
- Do not use aerosol spray cans.
- Choose recyclable products and containers.

In your community:
- Leave the car at home.
- Use mass transportation.
- Carpool.
- Become environmentally aware.
- Educate others on reducing waste and recycling.
- Don't pollute.
- Get involved.
- Speak you mind.

Answer to Question 2

Reduce dependency on fossil fuels.
Produce more fuel-efficient automobiles.
Adopt stricter emission standards.
Install cleaner burning technologies in coal-burning utilities.
Develop alternative fuel sources such as hydrogen power, solar energy, and hybrid cars.