How to Celebrate Independence Day the Carbon Neutral Way

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Toot, toot, toot, the kazoos of a dozen excited pre-schoolers floated up to listening birds who chirped back; it was a fantastic call and response. The budding musicians were leading the 4th of July parade right into the community park and the start of the annual picnic

Annie and LJ, along with parents, family, and friends, snapped pictures, waved flags, and cheered.

“What a musical display, kids, and birds in unison,” laughed Annie. “And did you notice the children had their water bottles too?”

“I knew you would see that, Annie. This generation of parents raises their children to be environmentally conscious and practice self-care. Seeing them with water bottles gives me hope.”

“Me too,” said Annie. “Consistent messaging about being environmentally friendly has started seeping into the public’s consciousness. Researchers state that post-pandemic more of us are paying attention to what we buy and how it’s packaged,

“69% of respondents today said they do everything

they can to reduce their carbon footprint,

an increase from 63% of those surveyed in July 2019.” — Strategy & Business