Pickering launches Environmental Awareness website The City of Pickering has taken another important step forward on its journey toward sustainability with the launch of its newly-revised Environmental Awareness section on its website. "Many residents already recycle, drive less, buy locally-grown produce and choose environmentally-friendly products. By visiting our revised website, they can learn about additional steps they can take to lead a more sustainable lifestyle and help protect the environment," says Chantal Whitaker, Coordinator, Environmental Awareness Programs. The revised site more adequately reflects the City's commitment to the environment and sustainability, which is widely defined as meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same. The website highlights a variety of initiatives the City has undertaken and explains how these programs will help address environmental concerns within the community. Visitors to the site can learn more about important environmental issues like air quality, energy conservation, community beautification, lawn and garden care, and waste diversion. Unique features include a quiz called 'How Energy Wise Are You?' that invites visitors to test their knowledge about energy conservation in and around their home. Information on community events related to the environment will be available online, along with helpful tips that will be posted each month. The site will showcase award-winning residents and the contributions they are making to Pickering's environment. The easy-to-navigate site offers links to useful external agencies. Visitors can also fill out an online request form for educational publications to be mailed to their home. Visit sustainablepickering.com and click on 'Environmental Awareness' to learn more. - 30 -
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