#regram RG ifawhq: Happy
#EarthDay! To
#celebrate the 45th anniversary of this very special day, let’s all take a stand to save
#endangeredspecies disappearing because of global
#climatechange.
#PolarBears are one of the most iconic
#animals to be threatened by climate change. CO2 emissions are at an all time high, causing
#Arctic sea
#ice to melt at a rate of 9% per decade, destroying
#polarbear habitat. Unless we cut down our
#fossilfuel burning, polar
#bear populations will decline by two-thirds by 2050.
There are so many ways that you can reduce your
#carbonfootprint. Reduce the amount of driving you do. Carpool places and don’t idle your car. Use public transportation, ride your bike or just walk! Literally, every step helps!
For
#EarthDay2015, let's redefine what progress looks like. Together, we can show the
#world a new direction. Today, and EVERYDAY, let’s all
#TakeTheLead to saving the polar bear! Photo © Scott Portelli