How to make every day Earth Day

April 22, 2014 Updated Apr 22, 2014 at 12:51 PM CDT

The Minnesota Department of Commerce

The Commerce says this 44th annual Earth Day is a call to action for Minnesota communities and residents to rekindle their passion for a cleaner environment.

There are many celebrations planned across the country as part of Earth Day; however, many organizations are shifting focus to encourage everyone on planet earth to treat every day as Earth Day to build a cleaner, more sustainable future for the world.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will support Earth Day this year with an event at its Washington, D.C., headquarters that aims to reduce our environmental footprint.

The event will stress using resources, such as energy, more efficiently. Displays will feature energysaving tips, electric vehicles, recycling, and more.

Commerce urges Minnesotans to implement measures to reduce energy use. Here are just a few steps you can take to make a difference on Earth Day and save energy:

-Get an advanced energy assessment - A home energy assessment, with advanced diagnostic equipment, will evaluate the performance of your home and the safety of mechanical systems to determine what energy improvements are needed.

-Seal air leaks - An enormous amount of energy is wasted when inside air (either heated or cooled) escapes to the outside through leaks in attics, walls, windows and doors.

-Check mechanical systems - Water heaters, air conditioners, furnaces, boilers, gas fireplaces and ventilation systems should be inspected regularly to keep them operating efficiently and safely.

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How to make every day Earth Day