Unfortunately, many Earth Day activities focus on feel-good but ultimately ineffective ways to “save the earth.”

Canada’s David Suzuki Foundation offers the Nature Challenge, “the top 10 ways you can conserve nature.” Not surprisingly, three have to do with household operation, two with food, and 4.5 with driving.

1. Reduce home energy use by 10%
2. Choose an energy-efficient home and appliances
3. Replace dangerous pesticides with alternatives
4. Eat�meat-free meals one day a week
5. Buy locally grown and produced food
6. Choose a fuel-efficient vehicle
7. Walk, bike, carpool or take transit
8. Choose a home close to work or school
9. Support car-free alternatives
10. Learn more and share with family and friends