Celebrate Earth Day by Going Green

    Each year countries of the world celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd. So what is Earth Day and what is it all about? Earth day is a day to promote and appreciate the earth's environment. It was a bill founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin in 1970, and has been used to teach about the environment. 

How can we as individuals celebrate Earth Day? Here are ways that we all can take part in our environmental issues by going green for one day and help make a change. 

Eat organic foods- By eating healthy organic foods you are helping your health by not digesting chemicals and preservatives. You must be aware of what is in our food products and take a stand against pesticides and herbicides sprayed on crops. The old saying "you are what you eat" is no laughing matter anymore, our eating of processed foods has totally changed our society, and sadly to say for the worst. Try eating organic fresh fruits and vegetables on this day and who knows you might like what you eat and make every day an Earth Day. 

Save energy while saving money- This is my favorite area, being an energy consultant and promoter of alternative energy sources. Start to replace your light bulbs every time an incandescent one burns out with a CFL or LED light bulb. By doing this you are helping save energy and saving money also. Use cold water when washing your clothes and hang them outside to dry or inside on clothes drying racks. Set back your thermostat a few degrees and reap the cost saving rewards. Turn off and unplug electronics when not in use. If everyone would do this just for one day, imagine the savings across the world. 

Conserve water and save- Using less water when taking showers will not only reduce water usage but help save on your water and heating bills. Did you know that 30% of our energy use is for heating water? You can reduce your water consumption mechanically by installing low-flow shower head. Collect rain water in 55 gallon drums for watering your garden and yard; this will save you money plus put natural green water on your vegetation. 

Conserve gas- Conserving gas can mean taking fewer trips to the grocery store, biking or walking not only saves money but can be healthy for you. Make sure your car is tuned up; reduce your speed while on the interstate highways to help conserve gas. Car pool if possible to save added gas. 

Use green cleaning products- Help the environment by using cleaning products that are environmentally safe. Most green cleaning products can be found on the shelves of your super market. It is good for the environment and also good for our health. 

We all can celebrate Earth Day by taking these steps for green living. Going green is so important today with our environmental issues being so important. By going green you can do your part to help educate others about Earth Day.

Jerry Standefer is owner and author of several alternative energy websites. His websites teach you how to build your own wind turbine, build your own solar panels, and build a solar hot water heater. The main website Earth Power Energy Systems [http://earthpowerenergysystems.net/] has received many reviews from other energy websites. Follow Jerry on Facebook Fan Page and join in on the discussions about alternative energy.