Earth Day is an annual event celebrated around the world on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection.  Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970, making this the 51st anniversary of FDIG’s favorite holiday.

Take a look at 32 eco-friendly alternatives for things you use every day from the Business Insider.  It’s surprisingly easy to make simple positive changes, but so often it’s tricky to figure out where to start. 

From picking up trash to making efforts to conserve energy, a simple way to start is to remember that if it doesn’t have to be single-use, it probably shouldn’t be.  The more changes you make, the easier they will come to mind!

At Ferri Dawson Insurance Group we make efforts to conserve and protect the planet.  From working with companies who will fund the planting of a tree for every billing account that switches to paperless, to sharing weekly #EcoWednesday tips on our Facebook page, we strive to create awareness of all of the little things we can each do to help the planet.

To catch up on Kate’s weekly environmental tips, follow her on Instagram.