10 smart ways to “save the planet in four words”

Last week, the hashtag #SaveThePlanetIn4Words was trending on Twitter—and the Twitterverse came up with so many wonderful, insightful and often hilarious ideas! It got me thinking: What four words would I choose to save the planet? Here’s what I came up with:

I truly believe this world would be a better place if we all lived with compassion for all beings. Here are 10 more smart tweets that warmed my heart:

1. Because the Arctic is one of the world’s last pristine ecosystems, and because polar bears, walruses and other animals call it home:

2. Because elephants face an uncertain future:

3. Because the Great Pacific Garbage Patch is big enough:

4. Because it saves water and trees (and animals’ lives):

5. Because it’s good for your health, too:

6. Because 750 million people worldwide lack access to it, and because clean water can help to lessen hunger, illiteracy and poverty:

7. Because 8 million animals enter shelters every year:

8. Because we learn by seeking common ground:

9. Because it’s good advice to remember every day:

10. And because cats always make everything better:

What about you? How would you save the planet in four words? Let us know in the comments below.

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