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by Dharmendra Kapri | 20-10-2014 06:03
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To define environmental awareness we must first understand the environmentalist movement. Environmentalism is an ideology that evokes the necessity and responsibility of humans to respect, promote, and preserve the natural world from its anthropogenic (caused or produced by humans) afflictions.
Environmental awareness is an in integral part of the movement's success. By teaching our friends and family that the physical environment is fragile and indispensable we can begin fixing the problems that threaten it. If many little people In many little places Do many little deeds They can change the face of the Earth. African Proverb. That's why it is extremely important to educate our community about environment protection. Keeping this in mind, I decided to organize an awareness event for my family, Friends and Neighbors. Mission: To promote community environmental awareness through campaign, with a view to harnessing the community?s support for, and contribution to achieving desired environmental goals, thereby securing a long term solution to environmental problems through development of an improved environmental ethic within the community. So, on my first day of Diwali vacation, I went to my neighbors homes. After greeting them, I started my session and talked to them about many things like :Climate Change, Sustainable communities etc. Through this innovative talk, I highlighted the importance of environment protection. Then I told them following tips: * Instead of driving to work or school, take the bus, carpool, walk, or ride your bike to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. * Consider investing in appropriate technology like clean power (solar or wind), if not for your home maybe for a community center. This will also help wean ourselves off fossil fuels. * Buy reusable products such as glass bottles, reusable bags and cups etc. Avoid buying paper towels, plastic bottles and bags. * Start composting and recycling, which will help cut down our waste production. * Support local businesses and farmers by only buying organic food at farmers markets. Make sure the food is pesticide free. This will help your community become self-reliant. After that I gave them Tunza Eco Generation Leaflets, pens, post-its and scales. I also told them about Monthly Event of October and remind them to look at the TEG website to see wonderful work carried on by all of us. Looking Ahead: * Continue to implement territory-wide publicity programmes to promote community participation in waste reduction and energy conservation. * Continue to organise education programmes targeting schools and the property management sector with a focus on waste reduction. * Promote environmental management in schools and the business sector, especially small and medium enterprises. * Spread green messages through the mass media and community outreach programmes. * Continue to encourage green groups and non-profit-making organisations to apply for Government funding to organise community-based environmental projects. I believe this can really have a lasting effect. The Smallest things can make a great Difference.
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Thank you for sharing, Dharmendra!
Posted 27-11-2014 13:20
Drops make an ocean. You have proved this proverb to be true, Dharmendra.
I have read through your forum before[as recommended by Christy]. This is awe inspiring to the core.
The report is presented in your unique style. Thanks & keep it up. All the very best.
Posted 10-11-2014 18:37
this is the most effective way to help the planet survive efficiently.. creating awareness among masses is the most important thing for environmentalists...
Posted 22-10-2014 00:36
Thank you, Guru :) :)
Posted 21-10-2014 20:16
Thank you Asha Di for always being there with me in my environmental campaigns :)
Posted 21-10-2014 20:15
Thank you so much Arushi for your kind and encouraging words :)
Posted 21-10-2014 20:06
Thanks Rahul :)
Posted 21-10-2014 20:03
Well said. Creating awareness is necessary for success and knowing about environment is essential.
Posted 21-10-2014 01:40
Very well said,Dharmendra. We can save our mother earth by our small small acts if we all join hands :)
Posted 20-10-2014 19:40
Commendable initiative , Dharmendra. Agree with you-why not!-small little things make a big difference especially when we talk about environmental movements where each of us is a stakeholder , is bearing the brunt of climate change and is responsible to change it to make it better. You started with your friends , family , neighbours and now you already have strategies to spread this awareness to school , territory. This is the sign of a sincere campaign manager. Really appreciate it and wish you all the best.
Posted 20-10-2014 13:50
Wow! Great Jonews Dharmendra
a small also as Christy has said your forum is quite interactive and full of information and tips
Posted 20-10-2014 13:24
Thank you so much Christy :)
Posted 20-10-2014 10:36
And for green tips to spread, I personally recommend Dharmendra's forum 'The Power of Young Crowd' (http://tunza.eco-generation.org/forumBoardList.jsp?forumListID=32 ) you can find many, many tips to share with your friends and neighbors.
Posted 20-10-2014 10:23
Hey, Dharmendra! I am really proud of you. While we promote eco-friendly lifestyle among mass people, we sometimes forget our closest ones like family members and neighbor. I double agree with your move and it will surely work out :)
Posted 20-10-2014 10:20
Promoting environmental awareness is a crucial part of being an environmental steward. Start participating in the Change and teach your community what it means to be sustainable.
Posted 20-10-2014 06:16