Plant trees or save trees from cutting down. Water at least one tree daily in your yard. Use recycled paper instead of printing unnecessary materials
Founded in 1972 by CGIAR Technical Advisory Committee in Near East and North Africa. Headquarters established in Tel Hadya, Syria in 1977. Moved to Beirut in 2012 due to Syrian civil war
Green homes focus on energy, water efficiency and sustainable materials. Uses reclaimed wood, recycled metal and low VOC paints. Incorporates smart home technologies and natural lighting. Prioritizes water conservation with rainwater harvesting systems
Turn off water while brushing teeth and fix leaky faucets. Switch to filtered tap water instead of bottled water
Turn off water while brushing teeth to save 1-2 gallons per minute. Short showers use 10-25 gallons versus 30 gallons for baths. Cold showers consume less energy than hot showers. Flush toilet only once, using smaller button for liquids
Average American family uses 300 US gal daily, enough to fill 4 bathtubs. Water pollution occurs when harmful substances infiltrate water supply. Groundwater makes up 51% of US drinking water and 64% of irrigation