A small step…...

Amajor problem for the whole environment today is the increase in carbon footprint. The gradual increase of carbon footprint is decreasing our lifelines. Carbon footprint signifies the emissions of CO2 from various daily activities of an individual during a given period of time. It is the total amount of CO2 that our lifestyles produce.

These days we are making more and more use of CO2, which is affecting the quality of the environment. Due to this, global warming has become a major problem – a dangerous sign for our environment, for us and our future.

Environmental conditions are largely dependent on how we use our natural resources. So, we should make some changes in our lifestyles, in order to reduce our carbon footprint. A small step taken now can become a great and big step for the future.

We can bring about a small, but useful change in the field of transportation. What is the use of taking vehicles to travel short distances? We can walk or use a bicycle, which will also make us healthy and fit. Whenever possible, we can commute through public transportation, as it decreases the strain on our environment. Also, I would like to request all car and bike riders to check their fuel and also their air filters, and make some necessary improvements or replacements, if required. The tyres should be inflated properly for lower fuel consumption. We should also follow some simple driving tips, like accelerating smoothly and slowly, driving at a specific speed and also maintaining a steady speed, which will reduce a lot of CO2 emissions.

Nowadays, with the development of science and technology, we have invented many energyefficient electrical appliances like CFLs, LEDs, etc. We should use these appliances in our residences and offices in order to reduce the emission of CO2. We should also take another crucial step, something which we almost always avoid – recycling! Recycling of various items, instead of simply burning them can reduce the carbon footprint. Paper, metal, etc., should be recycled. I request all the parents and teachers to provide some guidance and also teach children to be aware of the importance of recycling. This will reduce a lot of carbon footprint and give birth to many innovations present in each and every youngster.

The utmost priority of every individual should be to take preventive steps to decrease the impact of CO2 emissions on the environment, so that the future generations are able to lead a healthy life.