- Dispose of trash properly. Do not litter or throw trash on the ground. Always use trash cans or recycling bins when available.
- Recycle plastics, cans, and paper. Recycling helps to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and pollutes the environment.
- Use environmentally friendly products. Choose products that are biodegradable, non-toxic, and phosphate-free.
- Reduce your water usage. Conserving water helps to reduce the amount of wastewater that is discharged into the lagoon.
- Educate yourself and others about the importance of protecting the lagoon. The more people who are aware of the importance of protecting the lagoon, the more likely we are to be successful.
Here are some additional specific actions that can help to keep the lagoon clean:
* Control the input of nutrients into the lagoon. Nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus can cause algal blooms, which can lead to hypoxia and fish kills.
* Reduce the amount of sediment entering the lagoon. Sediment can clog waterways and smother coral reefs.
* Protect the mangroves that surround the lagoon. Mangroves help to filter pollutants and provide habitat for marine life.
* Enforce environmental regulations. Governments must enforce environmental regulations to protect the lagoon from pollution.
By taking action to protect the lagoon, we can help to ensure that it remains a healthy and vibrant ecosystem for generations to come.