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Earth Day
April 22 is Earth Day, an event that encourages people around the world to learn about environmental issues, reduce the impact humans have on the environment, and aleviate threats to natural areas and wildlife. Earth Day has inspired the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act and the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency.
What Does Earth Day Mean to You?
Earth Day is intended to raise raising public awareness about a variety of environmental issues. These issues vary from year to year—air pollution, water pollution, habitat destruction, sustainable energy, climate change, species losses, and environmental policies.
About Earth Day
Earth Day boasts many accomplishments since its first observance in 1970. This article provides a basic introduction to the history, objectives, and outcomes of Earth Days past and present.
How do I participate in this year's Earth Day events?
There are a wide variety of events and volunteer opportunities available on and around Earth Day. To stay abreast of the events open to you, you might consider subscribing to the EDN Newsletter.
Should every day be Earth Day?
Reversing environmental problems such as air and water pollution, habitat destruction, over-consumption of non-renewable resources, and global warming requires much more than the single day of observance Earth Day offers.
What can I do at home/work/school in honor of Earth Day?
There is no shortage of actions you can take to honor Earth Day at home, work, or school.
What Have Previous Earth Days Accomplished?
The first Earth Day in 1970 succeeded in garnering support from Republicans and Democrats alike. It transcended economic status and brought together people from cities, towns, and farming communities.
What is Earth Day?
Earth Day is an annual event most commonly celebrated the 22nd of April. Earth Day is a day on which people around the world gather to participate in activities and demonstrations aimed at raising public awareness about a variety of environmental issues.
What is the Earth Day Network?
The Earth Day Network (EDN) is a group founded by those who organized the first Earth Day. It promotes environmental citizenship and worldwide environmental action and awareness.
What issues does Earth Day highlight?
Earth Day highlights many environmental issues but some years, certain issues receive more attention than others.
When is Earth Day?
In the United States and increasingly around the world, Earth Day is celebrated on April 22. Another celebration, referred to as the equinoctial Earth Day, occurs on the vernal equinox each year.
Who is Senator Gaylord Nelson?
Senator Gaylord Nelson (1916 - 2005) is widely considered to be the founder of Earth Day. He inspired and helped organize the Earth Day celebrations in the United States that took place on April 22, 1970.