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  • Hey there friends, I have a very important mission.

  • To look after the environment and help so that kids like you join us in this task which is vital for our planet.

  • As you may already know, human beings and the environment are closely linked together.

  • Every time people harm nature, they cause environmental problems.

  • These problems involve damaging changes in the environment, many of which will be irreversible and will affect the health of all human beings.

  • Look at this river.

  • People have thrown waste in it, the water has been contaminated and now nobody can drink it.

  • Oh no!

  • There are also many animals and living beings that will die because of contamination.

  • Luckily it's in our hands to protect nature and look after the environment.

  • That's why I want to share with you these 10 easy ways to look after the environment.

  • Let's take a look.

  • Turn off the lights and the electronic devices you're not using to save energy.

  • Replace plastic bags with reusable cloth bags.

  • It takes plastic bags years to decompose and making them is a very contaminating process.

  • Separate and recycle the different types of wastes, organic, inorganic, containers, glass or paper and cardboard.

  • To avoid wasting water, make sure taps are completely turned off.

  • The toilet is not a rubbish bin.

  • Did you know that we waste 10 liters of water every time we flush the toilet?

  • Have a shower instead of a bath.

  • A 5-minute shower uses about 100 liters of water while a full bath would use up to 250 liters.

  • Turn off the water tap while brushing your teeth.

  • If you didn't shut off the faucet, you would waste an average of 20 liters every time you Reuse paper.

  • For example, remember that you can write on both sides of the sheet to maximize its use.

  • Pick up your litter every time you go to the beach or the mountains.

  • Respect and look after the animals, flowers and trees around you.

  • Easy ways to look after the environment, right?

  • I'm sure you already know about them and do most of them.

  • With simple actions like recycling, saving energy and water, and looking after all living beings, we contribute to a more sustainable planet.

  • Do you know this word?

  • A sustainable planet or city are those that provide people with a good quality of life without risking natural resources.

  • This way, future generations will enjoy a wonderful planet where economic growth, environmental care and social well-being are in balance.

  • Remember it's in your hands.

  • Wanna join us in our mission?

Hey there friends, I have a very important mission.

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