In the pursuit of basic needs (food, clothing, shelter, and healthcare), humanity has established a way of life where ecological degradation, the depletion of natural resources, and human suffering have caused collateral damage in the name of social, technological, and economic development. This behavior has led us to an alarming point, and it is time for individuals and society to adopt a lifestyle based on the concept of Sustainable Development.
Let us remember that Sustainable Development proposes to satisfy the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations.
There are various actions we can take to support sustainable development.
Personal actions.
It's a serious mistake to think that taking action is pointless if others won't. Change begins with oneself.
- Avoid bottled waterBecause the bottles will take years to decompose.
- Avoid straws.
- Avoid plastic and Styrofoam. Plastic is a non-natural component, highly polluting, difficult to biodegrade and recycle due to its composition.
- Bring reusable bags to the supermarket
- She prefers fresh food. The production of frozen food produces up to 10 times more energy.
- She prefers local and seasonal foodsProducts that travel long distances have a greater environmental impact due to transportation.
Actions at home
Many values are created at home, so you can implement some of these actions.
- Separate the trash into organic and inorganic.
- Compact the trash as much as possible to use fewer bags.Disassemble boxes and packaging, crush the bottles.
- Limit your water consumptionDon't leave the taps running or the hose running while you're washing; use a glass when brushing your teeth and buckets when washing the car.
- Reuse waterPlace a bucket while the bath water heats up and after the wash cycle is finished.
- Switch to energy-saving LED light bulbs, saves up to 75% on electricity.
- Turn off the lights when you're not at home.
- Switch to renewable technologies. Find out about the available housing options.
Actions at work and school
- Save paper. Use recycled and pre-used paper for taking notes.
- Bring your own mug or thermos instead of regularly using Styrofoam or plastic cups for coffee and water.
- Turn off the monitor during lunchtime or long outings.
Actions in transport and travel
- Change your mode of transportIf your main mode of transport is the car, switch to public transport, bicycles, roller skates, and skateboards at least once a week.
- Walk regularly! And above all, avoid short distances by car.
- Tune up your car regularly so that it pollutes less.
- Travel responsibly and observe the local environmental rules, respecting the environment, inhabitants, flora and fauna.
These are just some of the actions you can take to help protect the environment; little by little, big changes will occur.
En GDI We care about the environment, which is why we take action to support sustainable development. In our facilities, we use energy-saving LED lights to minimize energy consumption, we separate waste into its corresponding containers, and we provide corporate transportation for employees, thus avoiding the use of various means of transport and reducing pollution.
Let's take care of the environment and be more aware of the actions we take; little by little, they can generate a great change.