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- 1. EARTH DAY 22 April 2016 By Ladybird Environmental Consulting LLP
- 2. What is Earth Day? 1 One of the most widely celebrated environmental events across the globe To increase awareness and appreciation of the Earth’s natural environment Celebrated in more than 192 countries each year Originally celebrated at Spring Equinox around 21 March But now the United Nations has designated 22 April as the International Mother Earth Day. Earth Day Network coordinates this annual day across the globe.
- 3. Why Celebrate Earth Day? About appreciating the uniqueness of our planet Earth with its incredible biodiversity. Various national and international activities are conducted to understand the biodiversity and how should we protect our nature – plants, animals and environment. Earth Day is a day dedicated to increasing awareness about the Earth, its issues and problems. Today, more than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world. Various policy agreements and acts are sanctioned such as Clear Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act and many others. 2
- 4. Theme Of 2016 : Trees For The Earth GOAL planting 7.8 billion trees over next five years Fight climate change and pollution Reduce CO2 emissions Help counteract loss of species Help communities and livelihood CAUSE – planet losing over 15 billion trees every year to deforestation, land development and bad forest management FOCUS – on areas affected by deforestation 3
- 5. Importance and Value of Trees 4
- 6. Trees: Community and Social Value 5 Important part of every community Streets, parks, playgrounds – create peaceful, aesthetic and pleasing environment Increase the quality of life by bringing natural elements and wildlife habitats
- 7. Trees: Community and Social Value 6 Cool Shade Old trees serve as historic landmarks – great source of town pride Trees reduce the heat island effect in cities
- 8. Trees : Ecological and Environmental Value 7 Provide oxygen, improve air quality Conserve water Preserve soil Support wildlife One acre of forest absorb 6 tonnes of CO2 and gives out 4 tonnes of O2 Trees, shrubs and turf filter air by removing dust and absorbing other pollutants like CO, SO2 , NO2
- 9. Trees : Ecological and Environmental Value 8 Control climate change by moderating the effects of sun, rain and wind Leaves absorb and filter sun’s radiation – keep cool in summer Preserve warmth by providing screen from harsh wind Shield us from downfall of rain, sleet and hail Lower air temperature and reduce intensity of greenhouse effect
- 10. Trees : Ecological and Environmental Value 9 Holds soil in place and fight erosion Absorbs and stores rainwater Reduce runoff and sediment deposit after storms. Helps the ground water supply recharge, prevents the transport of chemicals into streams and prevents flooding. Fallen leaves make excellent compost that enriches soil.
- 11. Trees : Association with Wildlife 10 Herbivores – dependent on leaves for nourishment Monkeys and other animals – feed on fruits Birds , bats and insects – feed on flowers for nectar Help in dispersing seed Home to hundreds of living creatures Branch of tree – protection to birds and squirrels from predators
- 12. Trees : Personal and Spiritual Value 11 We like trees – Beautiful and majestic Different species – variety of shapes, forms, textures and vibrant colors Individual trees vary appearance throughout the year Strength, long lifespan and regal stature of trees give them a monument-like quality Presence of trees - pleasant, relaxed, comfortable feeling Many people plant trees as living memorials of life- changing events.
- 13. Contd. 12 Help record the history of your family as they grow and develop alongside you and your kids Often make an emotional connection with trees we plant or become personally attached to the ones that we see every day Strong bonds are evidenced by the hundreds of groups and organizations across the country that go to great lengths to protect and save particularly large or historic trees from the dangers of modern development. Many of your childhood memories include the trees in your backyard or old neighborhood Sentimental value of a special tree is simply immeasurable.
- 14. Trees : Practical and Commercial Value Support and sustain life throughout our existence. Have a wide variety of practical and commercial uses. Wood was the very first fuel, and is still used for cooking and heating by about half of the world's population. Provide timber for building construction, furniture manufacture, tools, sporting equipment, and thousands of household items. Wood pulp is used to make paper. Bark of some trees can be made into cork and is a source of chemicals and medicines Quinine and aspirin are both made from bark extracts. Inner bark of some trees contains latex, the main ingredient of rubber.13
- 15. Top 22 Benefits of Trees 14 Trees combat climate change Trees clean the air Trees provide oxygen Trees cool the streets and the city Trees conserve energy Trees save water Trees help prevent water pollution Trees help prevent soil erosion
- 16. Top 22 Benefits of Trees Trees shield children from ultra- violet rays Trees provide food Trees as landmarks can give a neighborhood a new identity and encourage civic pride. Trees provide a canopy and habitat for wildlife Trees block things Trees provide wood Trees increase property values Trees increase business traffic 15
- 17. Top 22 Benefits of Trees Trees heal Trees reduce violence Trees mark the seasons Trees create economic opportunities Trees are teachers and playmates Trees bring diverse groups of people together Trees add unity 16
- 18. 15 Ideas And Ways To Celebrate Mother Nature And Become An Environmental Steward 1. Start a pledge board at work or at school. 2. Attend an Earth Day fair. 3. Get plugged into a group. 4. Make a recycling plan. 5. Fix those leaky faucets. 6. Plant a tree. 7. Find a carpool service. 8. Give up bottled water. 9. Start buying local. 10. Go paperless. 17
- 19. Contd.. 11. Make a birdhouse. 12. Make a play garden. 13. Write a letter to your local representative. 14. Organize a community cleanup. 15. Walk to school. 18
- 20. State Flower of Maharashtra Lagerstroemia speciosa - Queens Flower (Jarul) 19 Small – Medium sized tree Height up to 20mts Leaves – oval to elliptic Flowers produced in erect panicles Each flower with 6 white to purple petals Flowering season - Summer
- 21. State Fruit of Maharashtra Mangifera indica- Mango (Amba) 20 Large fruit tree Height & crown width of upto 100mts Leaves –elliptic Dense cluster of flowers Fruit oval in shape Flowering season – December to March Fruiting season – May to September
- 22. Learn About Urban Trees with iTrees Mobile App 21
- 23. CONTACT US 22 LADYBIRD ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING LLP Shop 4., Ambika Heritage, Plot 1, Sector 1, Station Road, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai- 410210 Office Timing: 10.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. ( Mon-Fri) Mobile: 9987013144 www.ladybirdconsulting.co.in www.inaturewatch.org Join us LinkedIN Facebook Googlegroup
Editor's Notes
- SLIDE 1 : Earth Day has become one of the most widely celebrated environmental events across the globe. On this day, events are held worldwide to increase awareness and appreciation of the Earth’s natural environment. Currently it is celebrated in more than 192 countries each year. It was originally celebrated at Spring Equinox around 21 March every day but now the United Nations has designated 22 April as the International Mother Earth Day. Earth Day Network coordinates this annual day across the globe.
- SLIDE 2: Earth Day is all about appreciating the uniqueness of our planet Earth with its incredible biodiversity. On this day various national and international activities are conducted to understand the biodiversity and how should we protect our nature – plants, animals and environment. Earth Day is a day dedicated to increasing awareness about the Earth, its issues and problems. Today, more than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world. As a result of this remarkable event, various policy agreements and acts are sanctioned such as Clear Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act and many others.3
- SLIDE 3: The theme of this year 2016 Earth Day is Trees for the Earth. The goal is selecting this theme is to plant 7.8 billion trees over the next five years. This goal was chosen in accordance with Paris agreement to limit the global temperature rise by 1.5 degrees. To fight climate change and pollution, to reduce Co2 emissions, to help counteract loss of species, to help communities and livelihood. The main cause behind chosing this them is that the planet is losing over 15 billion trees every year to deforestation, land development and bad forest management. This year Earth Day will be focused on aread affected by deforestation.
- SLIDE 4: Since the beginning, trees have furnished us – NUTRITION with two of life's essentials, food and oxygen. As we evolved, they provided additional necessities such as shelter, medicine, and tools. They have given us rich biodiversity. Each acre of forest absorbs around 6 tonnes of CO2. They improve the ground water quality. They help in nitrogen fixation.
- SLIDE 5: Trees are an important part of every community. Our streets, parks, playgrounds and backyards are lined with trees that create a peaceful, aesthetically pleasing environment. Trees increase our quality of life by bringing natural elements and wildlife habitats into urban settings.
- SLIDE 6: We gather under the cool shade they provide during outdoor activities with family and friends. Many neighborhoods are also the home of very old trees that serve as historic landmarks and a great source of town pride. Using trees in cities to deflect the sunlight reduces the heat island effect caused by pavement and commercial buildings. The picture to the right is the GREAT BANYAN TREE IN KOLKATA.
- SLIDE 7: Trees contribute to their environment by providing oxygen, improving air quality, climate amelioration, conserving water, preserving soil, and supporting wildlife. During the process of photosynthesis, trees take in carbon dioxide and produce the oxygen we breathe. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, "One acre of forest absorbs six tons of carbon dioxide and puts out four tons of oxygen. This is enough to meet the annual needs of 18 people." Trees, shrubs and turf also filter air by removing dust and absorbing other pollutants like carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide. After trees intercept unhealthy particles, rain washes them to the ground.
- SLIDE 8: Trees control climate by moderating the effects of the sun, rain and wind. Leaves absorb and filter the sun's radiant energy, keeping things cool in summer. Trees also preserve warmth by providing a screen from harsh wind. In addition to influencing wind speed and direction, they shield us from the downfall of rain, sleet and hail. Trees also lower the air temperature and reduce the heat intensity of the greenhouse effect by maintaining low levels of carbon dioxide.
- SLIDE 9: Both above and below ground, trees are essential to the eco-systems in which they reside. Far reaching roots hold soil in place and fight erosion. Trees absorb and store rainwater which reduce runoff and sediment deposit after storms. This helps the ground water supply recharge, prevents the transport of chemicals into streams and prevents flooding. Fallen leaves make excellent compost that enriches soil.
- SLIDE 10: Many animals, including elephants, koalas and giraffes eat leaves for nourishment. Animals also eat much of the same fruit that we enjoy . Fruits are eaten by monkeys, and nectar is a favorite of birds, bats and many insects. This process helps disperse seeds over great distances. Of course, hundreds of living creatures call trees their home. Leaf-covered branches keep many animals, such as birds and squirrels, out of the reach of predators.
- SLIDE 11: The main reason we like trees is because they are both beautiful and majestic. No two are alike. Different species display a seemingly endless variety of shapes, forms, textures and vibrant colors. Even individual trees vary their appearance throughout the course of the year as the seasons change. The strength, long lifespan and regal stature of trees give them a monument-like quality. Most of us react to the presence of trees with a pleasant, relaxed, comfortable feeling. In fact, many people plant trees as living memorials of life-changing events.
- SLIDE 12: Trees help record the history of your family as they grow and develop alongside you and your kids. We often make an emotional connection with trees we plant or become personally attached to the ones that we see every day. These strong bonds are evidenced by the hundreds of groups and organizations across the country that go to great lengths to protect and save particularly large or historic trees from the dangers of modern development. How many of your childhood memories include the trees in your backyard or old neighborhood? The sentimental value of a special tree is simply immeasurable.
- SLIDE 13: Trees have supported and sustained life throughout our existence. They have a wide variety of practical and commercial uses. Wood was the very first fuel, and is still used for cooking and heating by about half of the world's population. Trees provide timber for building construction, furniture manufacture, tools, sporting equipment, and thousands of household items. Wood pulp is used to make paper. We are all aware of apples, oranges and the countless other fruits and nuts provided by trees. But did you know the bark of some trees can be made into cork and is a source of chemicals and medicines? Quinine and aspirin are both made from bark extracts. The inner bark of some trees contains latex, the main ingredient of rubber. How many more uses can you name?
- SLIDE 14: Trees combat climate change: Excess carbon dioxide (CO2) caused by many factors is a building up in our atmosphere and contributing to climate change. Trees absorb CO2, removing and storing the carbon while releasing the oxygen back into the air. In one year, an acre of mature trees absorbs the amount of CO2 produced when you drive your car 26,000 miles. Trees clean the air Trees absorb odors and pollutant gases (nitrogen oxides, ammonia, sulfur dioxide and ozone) and filter particulates out of the air by trapping them on their leaves and bark. Trees provide oxygen In one year an acre of mature trees can provide enough oxygen for 18 people. Trees cool the streets and the city Average temperatures in Los Angeles have risen 6°F in the last 50 years as tree coverage has declined and the number of heat-absorbing roads and buildings has increased. Trees cool the city by up to 10°F, by shading our homes and streets, breaking up urban “heat islands” and releasing water vapor into the air through their leaves. Trees conserve energy Three trees placed strategically around a single-family home can cut summer air conditioning needs by up to 50 percent. By reducing the energy demand for cooling our houses, we reduce carbon dioxide and other pollution emissions from power plants. Trees save water Shade from trees slows water evaporation from thirsty lawns. Most newly planted trees need only fifteen gallons of water a week. As trees transpire, they increase atmospheric moisture. Trees help prevent water pollution Trees reduce runoff by breaking rainfall thus allowing the water to flow down the trunk and into the earth below the tree. This prevents stormwater from carrying pollutants to the ocean. When mulched, trees act like a sponge that filters this water naturally and uses it to recharge groundwater supplies. Trees help prevent soil erosion On hillsides or stream slopes, trees slow runoff and hold soil in place.
- SLIDE 15: Trees shield children from ultra-violet rays Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Trees reduce UV-B exposure by about 50 percent, thus providing protection to children on school campuses and playgrounds - where children spend hours outdoors. Trees provide food An apple tree can yield up to 15-20 bushels of fruit per year and can be planted on the tiniest urban lot. Aside from fruit for humans, trees provide food for birds and wildlife. Trees as landmarks can give a neighborhood a new identity and encourage civic pride. Trees provide a canopy and habitat for wildlife Sycamore and oak are among the many urban species that provide excellent urban homes for birds, bees, possums and squirrels. Trees block things Trees can mask concrete walls or parking lots, and unsightly views. They muffle sound from nearby streets and freeways, and create an eye-soothing canopy of green. Trees absorb dust and wind and reduce glare. Trees provide wood In suburban and rural areas, trees can be selectively harvested for fuel and craft wood. Trees increase property values The beauty of a well-planted property and its surrounding street and neighborhood can raise property values by as much as 15 percent. Trees increase business traffic Studies show that the more trees and landscaping a business district has, the more business will flow in. A tree-lined street will also slow traffic – enough to allow the drivers to look at the store fronts instead of whizzing by.
- SLIDE 16: Trees heal Studies have shown that patients with views of trees out their windows heal faster and with less complications. Children with ADHD show fewer symptoms when they have access to nature. Exposure to trees and nature aids concentration by reducing mental fatigue. Trees reduce violence Neighborhoods and homes that are barren have shown to have a greater incidence of violence in and out of the home than their greener counterparts. Trees and landscaping help to reduce the level of fear. Trees mark the seasons Is it winter, spring, summer or fall? Look at the trees. Trees create economic opportunities Fruit harvested from community orchards can be sold, thus providing income. Small business opportunities in green waste management and landscaping arise when cities value mulching and its water-saving qualities. Vocational training for youth interested in green jobs is also a great way to develop economic opportunities from trees. Trees are teachers and playmates Whether as houses for children or creative and spiritual inspiration for adults, trees have provided the space for human retreat throughout the ages. Trees bring diverse groups of people together Tree plantings provide an opportunity for community involvement and empowerment that improves the quality of life in our neighborhoods. All cultures, ages, and genders have an important role to play at a tree planting or tree care event. Trees add unity
- SLIDE 17: 1. Start a pledge board at work or at school. Use a whiteboard or provide a pad of Post-its for people to record their environmental pledges for the year. Ask friends and co-workers to make small changes -- “I won’t leave the water running while I brush my teeth,” or “I will turn the lights off when I leave a room” -- and then to post those pledges for all to see. Working together boosts accountability! 2. Attend an Earth Day fair. You’ll get the chance to test environmentally friendly products, eat locally grown food and chat with people who are making a difference when it comes to the environment. You can search for Earth Day events in your area by clicking here. 3. Get plugged into a group. Joining an environmental group is one of the best ways to get involved in the global cleanup effort. Make a donation, put in some volunteer hours, or simply learn about the environment. Here’s a list of some groups to get you started. 4. Make a recycling plan. Know what you can and can’t recycle, and start separating out those cans and bottles! 5. Fix those leaky faucets. Drip, drip, drip. You’ve put off repairing that leaky faucet project for some time now. Make a beeline for the hardware store! Only 1 percent of Earth’s water is drinkable, and our supply is slowly running out. Earth Day should prompt you to stop wasting water and fix those leaks. 6. Plant a tree. Simple. Effective. Easy. 7. Find a carpool service. Taking cars off the road is one of the best ways to combat climate change. Find people in your area with whom to share morning and afternoon commutes. 8. Give up bottled water. Bottled water consumes huge amounts of fossil fuels to produce and transport, and most of those recyclable water bottles end up in landfills. Get yourself a refillable and permanent water bottle to carry with you. You’ll save money on the cost of all those water bottles, too! 9. Start buying local. Locally grown food is easier on the environment. You’re also supporting local farmers, and they’ll thank you for it! 10. Go paperless. Bills come in many forms -- mostly on paper. But many bill-paying services offer an option to pay online. Make a point to go paperless.
- SLIDE 18: 11. Make a birdhouse. Birdhouses can be installed around schoolyards or even sold to raise money at an environmental fundraiser. 12. Make a play garden. This is a space for kids to get their hands dirty. You can help them plant various flowers, vegetables and more. They’ll love watching them grow and tasting the fruits of their labor. 13. Write a letter to your local representative. Reaching out to elected officials and voicing your concerns over local environmental issues is one of the best ways to have your voice heard. 14. Organize a community cleanup. Get a group together to clean up your local park, schoolyard or beach. 15. Walk to school. It keeps you out of the car, and it's great exercise!
- SLIDE 19: The State Flower of Maharashtra is Queens Flower – Jarul. The Scientifc name of this species is Lagerstroemia speciosa.
- SLIDE 20: The State Fruit of Maharashtra is Mango – commonly called as Amba. The Scientifc name of this species is Mangifera indica.
- SLIDE 21: This is App developed by Ladybird Environmental Consulting (LEC). This App has 50 commonly found tree species of urban area. This App will help the user identify any tree species in urban locality.
- SLIDE 22: Contact details of Ladybird Environmental Consulting LLP.