Natural resources are the materials provided by mother nature that support our life and fulfil people’s needs. A few to mention are water, air, sunlight, metals, sand, stone, soil, etc. These materials are essential for humans to survive and lead a balanced life. Good air to breathe, pure water to drink, fertile soil to grow crops.
When these natural resources get contaminated, human health is at stake. Not only does it affect the present generation but also the future generations.
Many of us might have read about global warming and how this can lead to disasters in the environment? Greenhouse gases are one of the biggest reasons for global warming. These gases trap the heat and make the planet warmer.
The largest source of greenhouse gas is transportation. The emission of gases from vehicles causes air pollution.
Various other reasons are industrial waste evacuated into air and water, cutting down of forests, and conversion of lakes into commercial and residential zones that affect the groundwater.
We are running out of time. We have to take a few actions that would help us save our planet and the health of future generations. Firstly, we should reduce further damage to the planet, and secondly, we should take measures to save resources.
To achieve this, we have to consciously take steps and implement a few habits in our day-to-day life. There are simple techniques that can be practiced by kids too. Here are a few ways all of us can save our natural resources.
- Conservation of water – Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth. Use the shower reasonably. Do not keep the shower on while applying soap. Reuse a glass to drink water or refill a bottle. Same with the clothes. Try to keep your clothes clean and reuse them if it is not soiled. This will help you reduce the consumption of water to wash utensils and clothes. Kids can collect rainwater and use it to water plants or for cleaning purposes.
- Conserve Power – Turn off the light when you leave the room. Turn off the electronic gadgets, not in use. Do not leave the refrigerator door open for a long time while you decide to take items from it. It consumes additional energy to retain the temperature inside the refrigerator. Keep the doors closed while your air conditioner is ON.
- Save Trees – Cut down on the usage of paper. Use cloth napkins instead of paper tissues. Use recycled paper or scrap paper for coloring and fun activities.
Last but not the least, practice buying toys and products that can be recycled to reduce waste. Planting trees can be a fun activity that every kid must adopt. Not only will this help reduce global warming but having direct contact with nature help kids learn tactile skills reducing screen time.
These techniques might look simple, but in the long run, they will give massive results. An American said, “We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” This one line covers everything we discussed above. So let’s work towards making the earth a better place for the coming generations.