As consumers and global citizens, each one of us today has two choices: we can either leave a heavy environmental footprint on our planet, or we can choose instead to cast a long green shadow that inspires others to do the same.
While both choices are individual ones, imagine each multiplied by 6.7 billion – that’s the total population on our planet.
Now imagine the global consequences of choice one. We’re talking runaway global warming, widespread deforestation, pollution, biodiversity loss and more.
Now, instead, imagine a world that picks the second choice. Here, there’s hope for the future. And each and every one of us can help make that future a reality.
Margaret Mead, the 20th century anthropologist, said it best:
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
It’s true. Change starts with the individual. That’s you and that’s me.
The message is clear. The steps are simple:
- Avoid using products and doing things that you know damage the environment
- Choose greener EcoMart® products that are good for our planet
- Encourage others to do the same
Cast a Green Shadow®
Our Mantra!
As GlobalForce® community members, EcoMart affiliates or employees, we each make an individual commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility in the workplace. Our goal is to help steer society in a more sustainable direction both for our benefit and for the benefit of generations yet to come.
My pledge:
- I promise to encourage sustainable use of our planet’s resources to reduce the impact of climate change;
- I promise to respect the Earth by protecting its soil, air and water from pollution;
- I promise to reduce my environmental footprint by using less energy, water and other precious resources, and by creating less waste and pollution;
- I promise to honor and defend the environment – animals, plants and ecosystems – and to encourage others to do the same.
