How to Reduce Negative Impact on Ecosystems

The ecosystems on our planet have a role to play in human survival as we rely on them for food and water. Construction, manufacturing, waste and pollution all detrimentally effect ecosystems large and small. Reducing the negative impact on ecosystems by making a few changes in our own lives is worth the effort. Below are a few ideas.

Instructions

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  Educate yourself and others to understand the impact modern life and manufacturing has on the planet. Teaching students the importance of reducing our impact on ecosystems will create an aware society determined to change.

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  Invest in green technology to encourage the production of sustainable, low impact consumer products. Choosing to invest in companies with low carbon footprints and clean manufacturing methods reduces ecosystem impact.

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  Advocate for the passing of bills that tax companies with high toxic emissions or environment damaging business practices. Contact your local government representatives to see what advocacy efforts are taking place in your community.

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  Volunteer for poverty reducing programs in your community. Lack of education and resources prevent impoverished people from reducing their negative impact on ecosystems.

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  Adopt adaptive management techniques in the workplace by constantly reassessing business and manufacturing processes. Monitor waste production and implement green solutions wherever possible.

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  Realize the negative impact human production has on water and the ecosystems it supports. Support global efforts through volunteer work or charitable donations to improve water quality in impoverished nations and monitor water quality at home.