How to celebrate Diwali sustainably!

 Hi readers! Sorry we haven't posted in a while, we were on our Diwali break. Speaking of Diwali, today we'll be telling you how to celebrate Diwali sustainably.

On Diwali days, PM2.5(stands for particulate matter 2.5, used to describe tiny particles in the air that are 2.5 micrometers levels) can surge up to 40% in Mumbai. So here's how you can do your bit by using this tips for an eco-friendly Diwali!

• Eco-friendly Diyas: Choose clay diyas over plastic ones, and use natural paints or decorate them with eco-friendly materials.
• Sustainable Gifts: Give gifts that are handmade, plant-based, or locally sourced, such as potted plants, organic sweets, or recycled products.
• Zero-Waste Festivities: Plan meals that minimize food waste, and compost leftovers instead of throwing them away.
• Community Clean-Up: Organize or participate in a community clean-up after the festivities to keep the environment clean.
• Energy-efficient Lighting: Use LED lights instead of traditional bulbs to reduce energy consumption.
• Eco-conscious Clothing: Wear traditional attire made from sustainable fabrics or consider thrift shopping for festive outfits.
• Promote Awareness: Share eco-friendly practices with friends and family to inspire others to celebrate sustainably.
• Natural Rangoli designs: Avoid the harmful effects of chemicals used in rangolicolours by using flower petals, rice and natural dyes, or spices.
• Say No to firecrackers: The best thing you can do for the environment this Diwali is to pledge not to burst firecrackers. Firecrackers pollute the air we breathe, raise noise levels, and can also lead to serious burns and loss of vision if not handled properly.

This Diwali, we must make mindful and sustainable that not only contribute to our fun, but also to the environments benefit. 

Mythbusters!

 Hi readers! Today, we'll be busting some crazy myths about the environment. Enjoy!

Myth 1 – CO2 emission can be eradicated completely

In today’s world, everything we use has a carbon footprint. Regardless of the products contributing directly or indirectly towards the carbon footprint, nothing can be done to fully eradicate carbon emissions completely. However, we can minimise it by using greener means of transport, walking to short distances, spreading awareness about climate change, and much more. 

Myth 2 – Climate change is a natural process and has nothing to do with people.

Climate change is a natural process, but lately, humans have been pushing it onto overdrive, by littering, burning fossil fuels, and cutting down trees!

Myth 3 – Climate change has always happened, so we shouldn't worry about it.

It is true that the planet’s temperature has long fluctuated, with periods of warming and cooling. But since the last ice age 10,000 years ago, the climate has been relatively stable, which scientists say has been crucial to the development of human civilization. That stability is now faltering. The Earth is heating up at its fastest rate in at least 2,000 years and is about 1.2 C hotter than it was in pre-industrial times. The last 10 years have been the warmest on record!

Here is an image on how climate change impacts us:

To conclude this post, the issue is not saving the planet, but rather protecting the planet’s existing ecological systems so that humans can prosper on a healthy planet. And seen in this light, defending the environment is never an all or nothing proposition — every acre of land protected, every stream cleaned up, every toxin reduced, all of it matters.

Credits: unep.com(united nations environmental program), EKI Energy services limited,  

The Impact of Landforms on Wildlife

Hi readers! Today, we'll be writing about the inpact of landforms on wildlife! Read on to know more!

Habitat loss, climate change, and a lack of biodiversity can all make ecosystems unhealthy, putting wildlife at greater risk for disease. Pollution. Every day the byproducts of our daily lives make their way via the air and water into the natural environment and become pollutants. By understanding the distribution of endangered and threatened species, conservation geographers can support targeted conservation efforts. They assist in designing conservation strategies, such as habitat restoration or captive breeding programs, to safeguard these imperiled species.

There is a serious threat to biodiversity from climate change. Conservation geographers are essential in helping identify areas that are most vulnerable to climate change impacts and in developing strategies to assist species in adapting to changing conditions (Hoang et al., 2021). This may involve establishing wildlife corridors or protected areas that can serve as refuges for species affected.

Therefore, we need to protect our planet and wildlife, like Earth has sheltered us for centuries. We need to consider the fact that we are not the only living beings on this planet, and we need to respect all others, as they are equally important to our planet's balance.

Here is an image you help you understand this issue better:

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DIY Sunday!

Hi readers! Today, we'll be doing a DIY Sunday, something we haven't done in a while, to celebrate our 50th post! We'll be writing about how to make a pressed flower bookmark!

Materials required:

-Various leaves or flowers

-Cardstock

-Scissors

-Glue, yarn, string, or ribbon

Steps:

1) Place the flowers and leaves inside a thick book for 3-4 days.

2) Cut a cardstock as per the size you want your bookmark to be.

3) Use your pressed flowers/leaves to make a design on cardstock.

4) Glue the flowers and leaves to your bookmark.

5) Cover the bookmark with clear contact paper.

6) Punch a hole through the top of the bookmark and tie a ribbon.

7) Enjoy using your eco-friendly bookmark!

Here's what it should look like:

Credits: We got all of this information from this link-https://www.firstcry.com/intelli/articles/7-environment-friendly-craft-activities-for-kids/

Resource Depletion (50th post!)

 Hi readers! For our 50th post, we will be writing about resource depletion. Read on to find out more!

What is resource depletion?

Resource depletion is the consumption of a resource faster than it can be replenished. Natural resources are commonly divided between renewable resources and non-renewable resources. The use of either of these forms of resources beyond their rate of replacement is considered to be resource depletion.

How is resource depletion harming our environment?

The unsustainable use of natural resources has led to their depletion and caused significant environmental damage. Over-exploitation of resources such as forests, minerals and water has resulted in pollution, loss of biodiversity, and soil erosion. Air Pollution, water pollution, solid wastes, agrochemicals, radioactive wastes, greenhouse effect and global warming, ozone depletion, improper resource utilisation and deforestation are some of the main causes of depletion of natural resources.

Here are some ways to prevent this issue:

1) Make Electricity Use More Efficient.

2) Use More Renewable Energy. 

3) Promote Sustainable Fishing Rules. 

4) Avoid Single-Use Plastics. 

5) Drive Less. 

6) Recycle More and Improve Recycling Systems. 

7) Use Sustainable Agriculture Practices. 

8) Reduce Food Waste.

In conclusion, natural resource depletion is a critical issue that requires urgent attention. We must act now to conserve these precious resources and adopt sustainable practices to ensure a healthy and sustainable future for our planet and all its inhabitants.

Here are some images to show you how resource depletion is harming our environment:

 

Thank you all so much for reading and supporting our blog! We are so happy to have made a change and inspired others around us to help save our environment. 49 posts have flown by, and we are overjoyed that this is our 50th post. This is a huge milestone for The Sunday Bloggers. See you soon, readers! 

Glacier Melting

 Hey readers! Today, we'll be teaching you about glacier melting and its impact on the environment. Read on!

What are glaciers?:

Glaciers around the world can range from ice that is several hundred to several thousand years old and provide a scientific record of how climate has changed over time. Through their study, we gain valuable information about the extent to which the planet is rapidly warming. They provide scientists a record of how climate has changed over time.
Today, about 10% of land area on Earth is covered with glacial ice. Almost 90% is in Antarctica, while the remaining 10% is in the Greenland ice cap.

Why are glaciers melting?:

Since the industrial revolution, carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions have raised temperatures, even higher in the poles, and as a result, glaciers are rapidly melting, calving off into the sea and retreating on land.

Even if we significantly curb emissions in the coming decades, more than a third of the world's remaining glaciers will melt before the year 2100. When it comes to sea ice, 95% of the oldest and thickest ice in The Arctic is already gone.

Fun facts:

1)The melting of glaciers could result in the release of viruses that could be trapped in them for thousands of years!
2)Rapid glacial melt in Antarctica and Greenland also influences ocean currents, as massive amounts of very cold glacial-melt water entering warmer ocean waters is slowing ocean currents. And as ice on land melts, sea levels will continue to rise.

Some pictures:

Note: 1 post away till 50!

Shopping wisely

 Hi readers! Sorry we haven't posted in a while, we were on our break! Today, we'll be teaching you about shopping wisely. Read on to find out more!

What is shopping wisely about?

Shop with the environment in mind—that is, buy products that help conserve natural resources, save energy, and prevent waste. Green purchasing can also mean not buying things you don't need. By educating yourself about the products you buy, you can make a difference in protecting the environment.

Some tips on shopping wisely:

• Shopping from the farmers market for groceries as there is no plastic packaging.
• Instead of buying your own products, try making them at home.
• If you don't want to shop at a farmers market, bring a reusable bag with you.
• Make a list and only buy those items to prevent waste.
• Support Small Businesses
• If you're buying clothes, buy some of them secondhand.
• Buy as many organic products as possible.

Some inspirational images!

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