There was a time when Baguio City was recognized as the cleanest and greenest city in the country. However, right now, the city is grappling with different environmental concerns. Between the overflow of people and the overdevelopment in the city, Baguio has taken quite the toll. And despite the actions taken by the government and other concerned agencies, there’s still a lot to be done to even get a semblance of what the city was once before.
In fact, more than half the work lies with the common people tourist and locals alike. It’s up to us to do our part in keeping Baguio City’s environment safe and healthy. Here are 5 practices we can incorporate into our everyday lives to help.
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1. Be Aware of Your Resources
Awareness is what starts it all. By paying attention to the small things like what products you use, how much water you use, and how much waste you put out, you can be more aware of how you use and dispose of your resources and how they would affect the environment. By being aware, you can start making more environment-friendly choices.
2. Practice Conservation
Once you’re aware, you can start the practice of conservation. This can be simply done by turning off the lights when you’re not using it, being conscious of your water use, and even buying simply the things you need.
3. Religiously Practice the 3R’s
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – these are three simple steps that are easy to understand and easy to do. And each person in the city has a responsibility to do it. With the on-going waste management problem in Baguio City, practicing the 3R’s in our households would already be a big help.
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4. Be Aware of the Environmental Laws in Baguio City
There are tons of laws in place to help protect and conserve Baguio City’s environment. And everyone’s job is to be aware of them and hopefully follow them. Ignorance isn’t a rightful reason to keep destroying the environment.
5. Educate Others
Educate others about the importance of protecting and conserving the city’s environment and the importance of living an eco-friendly lifestyle. Then, we can work as one to hopefully and truly make Baguio city bloom again.