Leonardo DiCaprio has long been the most outspoken celebrity about environ-mental issues. He even encouraged other celebrities to arrive at the 2007 Oscars in hybrid vehicles. This year, Leo is releasing a documentary on global warming titled 'The 11th Hour.In 1997, Green Daily named Leonardo DiCaprio one of the top five green celebrities. The Hollywood A-lister sits on boards of both the Natural Resources Defense Council and Global Green USA, lives in an eco-friendly house and devotes much of his time and money to raising environmental awareness. Even without Leo's fortune and fame, you can make a difference in our planet's future.
"This is last moment where we can implement a lot of these changes as far as green technology is concerned," he told The Early Show co-anchor Julie Chen. "And this film deals with the fact it's up to our generation." (On The 11th Hour)
Want to know a few tips on how to live like Leo? That’s easy, 1: Make a film. Leonardo DiCaprio co-wrote, co-produced and narrated "The 11th Hour." 2: Create a website. DiCaprio's Eco-Site features current events alerts, calls to action and fact-filled articles. 3: Build a green hotel. DiCaprio is teaming up with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts to build an eco-friendly hotel in the Caribbean, near Belize. 4: Furnish your home with environmentally friendly items. 5: Drive a hybrid. DiCaprio owns a Toyota Prius. 6. Last but not least, use alternative energy.
By Kristy Love
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