Earth Day is an annual theme day celebrated on April 22nd, which prompts critical reflection among us all about how we treat our planet. In 2024, Earth Day will focus on the theme "Renewable Hope," which encourages individuals, communities, and governments to take concrete steps toward a more sustainable future.
Promoting Renewable Energy
The 2024 Earth Day encourages moving away from fossil fuels and investing in renewable energy sources such as solar and wind energy. This not only reduces carbon dioxide emissions but also creates new jobs and promotes economic growth.
Sustainable Consumption
The "Renewable Hope" theme also reminds us of the importance of sustainable consumption. Each of us can make an impact by choosing more environmentally friendly products, reducing waste, and promoting recycling. This requires conscious choices in everyday life—from small actions like avoiding plastic bags to larger decisions like favoring more sustainable modes of transportation.
Protection of Biodiversity
Protecting biodiversity is a central part of the Earth Day message. We must protect endangered species and their habitats, which contributes to the health and stability of the ecosystem. This means, among other things, protecting forests, keeping the oceans clean, and sustainably using natural resources.
Community and Influence
Earth Day also reminds us that together we can achieve more. In 2024, numerous events will be organized where people around the world come together to learn, discuss, and work together for the good of our planet. These events offer opportunities to network, learn new skills, and be inspired by others' actions.
In Conclusion
Earth Day 2024 is a reminder that while environmental challenges are significant, so is our ability to make a difference. "Renewable Hope" is a call to action—not just for one day, but every day. By taking an active role in protecting the environment, we can ensure that future generations have the opportunity to enjoy a viable and healthy planet.
What are we doing?
In our company, we have introduced a new environmental management system, "Ekokompassi", which gives us new tools to identify, reduce and monitor the environmental impact of our organisation. We are still in the process of building the new environmental management system, with the aim of obtaining certification by the autumn at the latest. Although we have been working for years to reduce our environmental impact, there is still much to be done. We can still learn new things, change our way of thinking, change our processes, reduce consumption, invest in new energy-efficient equipment, etc.