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Irresponsible human consumption, greed and commercial activities driven by industrialization are the main factors that have caused the biodiversity crisis. Scientists worry that we may lose hundreds of thousands of animal species in the next few decades.
The team at the nonprofit Animal Welfare Initiative (GGI) promotes caring for nature and provides helpful tips to help combat damage to nature and animals.
It may be hard to believe, but nature and animals are damaged in people’s daily lives much more often than they seem. Giving up your favorite chocolate can make a significant contribution to the conservation of wildlife and the well-being of the animals that live in it.
There are almost 8 billion people in the world, and if at least a third were more diligent in contributing to nature, then much of the wildlife would move away from the brink of extinction.
It is useful to know and weigh the most common factors that endanger wildlife and its inhabitants in people’s daily lives.
Use of plastics. When shopping in a store, you often grab a plastic bag without even thinking about it and throw it away the next minute. According to research, irresponsible disposal of plastic bags accounts for up to 70%. household waste that, when found in nature, causes large-scale damage. Of course, plastic exists everywhere, so avoiding it or abandoning it entirely becomes a serious challenge. However, if you refuse to buy the same bag a few times, you will be doing nature a great service.
Plastic enters nature not only through the irresponsible use of bags. When washing your face with a cleanser that has plastic microgranules, it is completely inconceivable that these will enter the organisms of aquatic inhabitants when they travel down the drain pipes. In an effort to conserve nature, products that contain plastic elements should be avoided. Sooner or later, the fish end up on the dinner table, so the plastic eventually enters the human body as well.
A kind of laziness. Waste sorting is a topic closely related to plastics. Sorting garbage can be a waste of time for many, but it is especially important for nature conservation and animal rescue. For example, phones and computers are made from minerals that are mined from the habitats of monkeys and gorillas in Africa. These minerals can be recycled and used to make new equipment and, when left unclassified, release extremely toxic chemicals into the environment, poisoning nature and animals.
Garbage poses a threat to the lives of animals: Most have probably seen widespread videos on the Internet of foxes and bears trapped in jars, turtles running around in plastic bags, and other similar situations. Therefore, it should be remembered that after each picnic in nature it is necessary to organize properly and not leave garbage.
Irresponsible consumption. Palm oil is widely used in countless products: bread, cookies, shampoo, soap, chocolate. As a result, tropical forests are rapidly being cleared, providing a home for many species of animals. Forests are a vital link in the ecosystem, an important producer of the oxygen we breathe. Reading information labels and forgoing products that contain palm oil can contribute significantly to the well-being of nature.
Irresponsible consumption and consumerism are particularly evident in the purchase of unnecessary goods. Many goods are produced at the expense of animal life and nature. When shopping in popular online or live stores, you need to assess whether the product is really necessary. By giving up unnecessary goods, you will reduce their demand and help reduce activities such as the illegal trade in animals for commercial purposes.
Paper consumption. There are probably a plethora of unnecessary bills in many households. We use a lot of paper at work and at school, the production of which has a severe impact on forests. Trees are the raw material from which paper is made. Encouraging passersby to migrate to electronic platforms in an effort to reduce irresponsible paper consumption is a positive step in protecting forests and preserving animal habitats.
Irresponsible use of water. If you like to stand in the shower for longer or like to turn on the tap while brushing your teeth, you contribute to the destruction of animal habitats. Shortening your morning shower time can save a lot of water in the long run and make a significant contribution to the well-being of nature.
Remains of food not eaten. According to data from the Public Health Office (hereinafter VSB), Lithuanians throw away up to a third of uneaten food. Wildlife and natural resources are used in food production. Throwing away good food pollutes nature over time, causing double damage. Instead of throwing away, you should look for an alternative to uneaten food. For example, food can be donated to the homeless or to the Food Bank. VSB encourages educating those around you and family members about conscious food consumption.
Greenhouse effect. Global warming is one of the main threats to wildlife. Unintentional, unconscious, or insignificant contributions are made to this catastrophic process on a daily basis. Daily car operation, although the destination can be reached on foot, by bicycle or by public transport. Smoking cigarettes not only contributes to the greenhouse effect, it is also detrimental to health. These are some of the most popular ways to heat our planet quickly.
According to Purdue University, up to 30 percent. emissions come from generating electricity and burning fossil fuels. It is worth promoting responsible electrical consumption at home, disconnecting household appliances that are not in use from the power outlet. As a result of the greenhouse effect, temperatures rise sharply each year, causing a resurgence of damage to animal habitats, the extinction of several species or the threat of extinction. Therefore, choosing eco-friendly transportation and lifestyle more often saves not only health, but also the nature around us.
Thanks to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), 2013 was World Wildlife Day. During the celebration, they are encouraged to become a greener population, the objective is to educate society that nature is fragile, requires protection, care and is closely related to all humanity.
The UNGA and the GGI want to encourage society to be more responsible towards nature and animals. Encourage them to join the annual tree-planting and cleaning campaigns organized by various municipalities. Only a few changes in everyday life can have a major impact on the well-being of nature. To change something, it is important to act in unison, encouraging and educating the circle of family and friends can significantly contribute to the preservation of natural colors.
