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Greenhouse gas emissions from human activity are causing the climate to change and we need to take steps to address this global problem. No matter how big or small your actions, everything you do counts - your contribution to reduce emissions will help delay climate change. The three people below are taking important steps to help protect our environment for future generations. After you've read their stories you can share your own.

Kate Coleman, Walking School Bus co-ordinator

"It's our children who are going to inherit the earth and we cannot keep on polluting the environment for their sakes."
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Lance Rickard, agricultural consultant

"When it comes right down to it, even though I own my land, I never really do. I am always just a caretaker."
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Ron Marriott, forest restorer and local community advocate

"We are environmentally responsible. We use our property for the benefit of our local environment, indeed the world environment, and we take advantage of the strong consumer desire for that."
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