In Japan, various infrastructures such as water, electricity, and information technology are in place. Thanks to a well-developed transportation infrastructure like trains and airplanes, Japan is a country where people can travel back and forth within a few hours. The spread of the Internet has also made it possible to do work, entertainment, and shopping online. Infrastructure is important for people to improve the quality of their lives.

On the other hand, there are still many countries where the infrastructure is not well developed. In those countries, for instance, young children have to walk long distances to get the water they need for the day. It is important to develop infrastructure to ensure a basic standard of living.

Plants, animals, and, of course, humans all rely on the natural environment on land. However, because of human activity, the natural habitat on land is rapidly decreasing. For example, desertification and severe droughts are both results of deforestation. The loss of agricultural fields has a negative impact on the local population and wildlife. All living creatures would be endangered if these forests disappeared, as forests provide air, water, and food.

Buying products with the FSC certification mark is one step we can take. This mark is applied to wood that has been manufactured using economically sustainable production techniques. You can find it on paper products such as juice packages and toilet paper, so when you buy things, pay some attention.

The oceans contain many resources and ecosystems. However, today, the plastic we use every day is having a negative impact on the marine environment. It is becoming a serious problem. Plastic waste that is thrown into the ocean never disappears and stays there for a long time. Sea turtles and other marine life may accidentally eat plastic waste.

Another example is the decline of marine resources. As fish consumption continues to increase, seafood is being overfished. If this situation continues, we may never see fish on our tables again. Let us look at these issues and take action to reduce the purchase and use of plastic products.

We use the earth’s resources to produce many things. For example, large amounts of water and resources are required for the production of goods such as food, clothing, and commodities. We benefit from Mother Earth’s resources at every turn. However, if we buy things we don’t need and consume more and more, the earth’s limited resources will eventually run out.

To change this situation, we must change our consumption and production patterns. As we, as consumers, use environmentally friendly products, producers will also produce environmentally friendly products. Let us be aware on a daily basis not to waste or buy too much.