Advocating for Renewable Energy this World Earth Day

Every April 22nd, we celebrate World Earth Day to continue raise awareness about different environmental issues to protect the planet. This 2025, the theme for Earth Day is "Our Power, Our Planet," with the hashtag #RenewableEnergyNow. This theme is particularly relevant as the Philippines is continuously facing challenges related to energy access and environmental sustainability. Promoting renewable energy can help address these issues while contributing to global efforts in combating climate change.

This year marks the 55th anniversary celebration of World Earth Day and this year's theme highlights the importance of grassroots involvement in advocating for renewable energy adoption. This way, we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve public health, and create economic opportunities through job growth in the renewable energy sector.

Here's how you can celebrate World Earth Day this year following the theme of advocating for renewable energy adoption:

Installing solar panels comes with a lot of benefits for the environment. Solar panels reduce carbon footprint which in turn, helps fight climate change and reduces air pollution.

Solar power also reduce water usage because it doesn’t need water to produce electricity, which helps conserve precious water resources. You can also invest in other solar-powered gadgets like phone chargers, lights, or lanterns.

The easiest way to start is by switching to the use of LED bulbs. LED Bulbs are more energy efficient and can even use up to 80% less energy for the same amount of light as a traditional incandescent or fluorescent bulbs. Even simple acts such as unplugging devices when not in use greatly help because appliances, even on standby, use power.

Have you tried driving or riding an electronic vehicle? Maybe it's time to consider one! Not only has it lower emissions, but EVs also help combat noise pollution! EVs are much quieter than traditional gas-powered vehicles, which means less noise pollution.

While you can start these on World Earth Day, here's your reminder that more than starting, it's the sustaining that leads to a greener lifestyle and ultimately, a greener environment.