The theme of this year’s Earth Day celebration is “Invest in Our Planet.”
As the world marks Earth Day 2022 today there are several local organizations have put out fresh appeals to create awareness about the significance of the day and ways to protect the environment. Earth Day is celebrated every year to raise awareness on issues, like pollution, deforestation, and global warming.
Many campaigns and events on this day have been planned to motivate people to find solutions to issues surrounding the climate. As we seek out businesses to shift to a greener, cleaner, and sustainable future let’s highlight the need to save the planet and leave it in a better shape for the future generations.
Here are 3 small local actions you can take this week to invest in decarbonizing our economy this month:
1. COMMENT ON LEGACY PROJECTS
One of the most ambitious pieces of legislation in New York is called the Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). This bill was signed into law on July 18, 2019, to address climate change and reach net zero emissions in NY State. The Public Comment period opened on January 1, 2022, and continues for 120-days or until the end of this month. Write and comment on Chapter 19: Land Use to stop industries from deforestation. Trees are vital for oxygen and help absorb greenhouse gases. Cutting trees result in loss of habitat for animal species and harms ecosystems.
2. LEARN ABOUT COMPOSTING & REGENERATIVE AG
Saturday, April 23 at 11am: Super-charge your garden, save money and help the planet – all in your backyard. Visit the RCS Library for their “Turn Your Spoil into Soil” in-person event. Regenerative agriculture is a farming principle that improves soil health, fertilizer use, and water management. Soul Fire Farm near Grafton is the place to see it in action on a farm that features Black, Indigenous, Latinx and other people of color land stewards.
3. RALLY FOR CLEAN AIR
Make some noise and inspire others to shut down Norlite. After 30 years of violations and fines and now operating with an expired permit, it’s time to say NO to business as usual. Put an end to the toxic chemical insanity by attending a rally at the Governor’s Mansion on Saturday, April 30th.
