What did you do for Earth Day '08?
People around the world made promises to honor Earth Day '08.
They promised to: Carry reusable shopping bags. Help plant trees. Take shorter showers. Install energy efficient light bulbs. Pay bills online. Ride a bike to work. Recycle more. Save up for a hybrid car.
Many people made commitments to help improve the environment this Earth Day (April 22). However you decided to combat climate change, we were glad to hear all about it and truly appreciated your participation. Check the map to see some of the great ideas that were submitted.
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More steps you can take to combat climate change
Small steps add up to significant results. Here are more actions you can take:
Donate to environmental NGOs using Google Checkout:
Use Google Checkout to donate to an environmental non-profit on behalf of your friends, and we'll create a personal view of Google Maps that includes a marker representing your donation. If your friends also donate, we'll mark them on your map and draw a line to connect you, showing you how your generosity spreads. Learn more.
Reduce Pollution: Plan your trip using Google Transit. We've added new cities just in time for Earth Day! Learn more.
Download the Energy Saver gadget for Google Desktop: Learn more.
Educators: Celebrate Earth Day in the classroom using Google Earth, Maps, and SketchUp. Learn more.
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