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True environmentalists practice what they preach, and that means incorporating green practices into their own daily routines. Everything from their toothpaste to clothes to food is eco-friendly, and they make a point of limiting their carbon footprints in any way they can. If public transportation or biking to work are possible, environmentalists are more likely to do that than drive a car. But if driving is the only option, an environmentalist wouldn't be caught dead driving a gas-guzzler. They believe in the motto, "Be the change you want to see in the world."
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Big or small, an environmentalist approaches each day as an opportunity to make the world a better place than it was yesterday. That largely involves educating others about green issues and what they can do to make a difference. Environmentalists are involved in local and international programs such as Greenpeace, Friends of Nature and Worldchanging. They also initiate eco-projects in their communities like recycling drives, farmers' markets and park clean-ups while leading fundraising efforts to support future green efforts.
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With all environmental issues, it's important to plan for the future. Keeping up to speed on the latest green news is essential, which is why environmentalists frequently research websites such as TreeHugger, the Environmental News Network and Ecorazzi. If they aren't doing so already, environmentalists build their careers in fields related to conservation, pollution control, waste management, science, law, education and engineering, and then they use those connections and acquired knowledge to create long-term environmental strategies.
