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GET INVOLVED
FWS Climate Change Information Toolkit
What You Can Do (EPA)
National Wildlife Federation
The Nature Conservancy
USA National Phenology Network
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Get Involved
Children learn how to remove young trees from buckets for planting in their schoolyard. Credit: Lavonda Walton/USFWS
Small changes in our everyday lives can make a big difference for current and future generations of Americans. Here are a few ways you can help mitigate the effects of climate change and support wildlife conservation where you live:
Green Your Own World:
- Plant native trees and shrubs that absorb carbon dioxide and slow the spread of invasive species
- Recycle paper, plastics, glass
- Use recycled products that use less energy to manufacture
- Change to energy efficient light bulbs and appliances
- Reduce gasoline consumption; Walk or bike whenever you can
- Program your thermostat
Volunteer:
- Give your time and energy to a national wildlife refuge, national fish hatchery or in your own community (see http://www.serve.gov/).
- Project BudBurst and the National Phenology Network are just two places where you can become part of a nationwide network gathering data on climate change effects on plants and wildlife.
Learn and Engage:
- Teach the next generation about the importance of natural resources by taking them outside. Visit a national wildlife refuge or other protected land.
- Talk to your neighbors, civic associations, local service groups to engage them in discussions and action.
- Read: Online and local libraries are filled with information. There are great books for young audiences on the subject of climate change.
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