We as individuals might think that the action of one single person cannot make an impact in changing things, but that is not true. These separate acts add up, and they do help, sometimes more than you could think possible.
Did you know that it can take as many as 24 trees to make one ton of office paper? If we use less paper, more trees will be left standing. Deforestation not only causes mudslides, but loss of animal habitats too. Summer months can mean less rainfall, and water conservation might become necessary. Did you know that on an average, taking a bath will use 35-50 gallons of water, while taking a 10 minute shower will use 25 gallons? In some countries, bathing daily is a luxury not indulged in, as water is not plentiful. The following is a list of some of what one person can do to limit practices that lead to waste and unsustainability.