How Photographers Can Make Earth Day Count

As content creators there are many ways we can intentionally make an effort to honor Earth Day everyday. From selecting products that minimize their environmental impact to respecting the surrounding area when out on a shoot, every one can make the choice to make a difference.

Plan Your Gear

Make conscious choices when it comes to your gear and understand their larger impact. The packaging for ProMaster batteries doubles as a storage case. Depending on the battery, you can keep cables and battery contact points separate or store multiple batteries. The HGX Prime line of filters also has packaging that doubles as storage. Keep your extra filter easily accessible in the slim plastic case. When packaging can be reused as storage cases you’re minimizing the impact it has on the environment.

While most cameras use rechargeable batteries, consider using rechargeable batteries in other items like your remotes and lights. Switching your continuous light source to LED lights is another step in the right direction. Other lights, like CFL bulbs, contain mercury, which can harm the environment if not disposed of properly. Find the right place to dispose of these kinds of lights.

Get Outside

With the right gear packed you’re ready to get outside and create. Plan a trip to a local spot or go on an adventure further afield. Take in all that nature has to offer no matter where you are. Consider new angles to capture the beauty of the world we live in every day. Just make an effort to get out there and create! We can’t wait to see what you capture.

Respect Nature

Most of all, we encourage you to respect the environment when you’re out there. There’s the age-old, but still relevant, adage “Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints.”

Most importantly, when you’re out there creating content, leave no trace behind. Take with you what you bring. If we all work together, we can help keep the world a beautiful place for generations of photographers to come.