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Editorial: April is Earth Month

We all have a role to play in protecting the environment
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April is not any ordinary month, it’s Earth Month, which is dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues and inspiring people to take action to protect our planet.

The earth is facing numerous challenges, from climate change to biodiversity loss, and we all have a responsibility to do what it takes to preserve our planet for future generations. Earth Month provides us with an opportunity to reflect on our environmental impact and take steps to reduce it; reflecting every day, year-round, is also a good idea.

Earth’s temperature is rising, which is having a significant impact on the planet, including more frequent and severe weather events, melting glaciers and rising sea levels. The world’s ecosystems are under threat from habitat destruction, pollution and climate change. 

We can take action to reduce our carbon footprint by adopting sustainable practices, such as reducing energy consumption, using public transportation and eating a more plant-based diet.

We all have a role to play in protecting the environment. Individuals, businesses and governments can take collective actions to reduce our impact on the planet, as everyone has a responsibility to work toward a more sustainable future.

By taking action during Earth Month and beyond, we can help to ensure generations to come inherit a healthy and thriving planet.

What are you going to do today, tomorrow and the rest of the month/year to do your part? How about ditching the vehicle and taking a walk or bike ride to get to where you’re going once in a while, or utilizing the Powell River Regional Transit System? That’s a good place to start.