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HAPPY BEAUTIFUL EARTH DAY!

Stars shine over fields of poppies and other flowers in Southern California's Antelope Valley.

By Rennett Stowe. “Star Fields.”

EARTH DAY

Happy Earth Day!

If we want to keep our planet and its inhabitants happy, we need to protect them.

Earth Day, which takes place Earth Day takes place every spring on April 22, is celebrated around the world when people take time to appreciate humankind's connection to the Earth and to raise awareness of our environmental challenges. From workshops to volunteer trips and craft projects to major environmental clean-ups, individuals and organizations of all sizes take part in Earth Day activities.

What can you do for Earth Day?

First, you can start by making a super simple change that will have a big impact! The Do Just 1 Thing campaign gives a simple answer to the question "What can I do to make a differnece?" If you're looking for group activities, check out these toolkits on clean energy and food.

Earth Day began in 1970 when a perfect storm of public awareness, political will, and dedicated activism converged to create one of the largest demonstrations in human history. More than 10,000 events engaged 20 million people across America. And now, Earth Day events have spread around the world.

Planet Earth as seen from outer space in photo titled “Blue Marble.” Courtesy of NASA.

“Blue Marble - 2002.” Courtesy of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

As we approach the 50th anniversary of Earth Day in 2020, we’re channeling the excitement of a landmark anniversary into real positive impact.

Do just 1 thing. Together, we can make a big positive impact. Make the switch to renewable energy in just minutes and save yourself money. Once you join, you’ll be looped in on exclusive green tips to green your life over the next year.

Act now.

Tree tops. Courtesy of Earth Day Initiative.

Millions of people want to see a positive path forward to a more sustainable future. What sustainability solutions do you see or want to see in your own life or community? Share your own ideas on what you are doing to make a more sustainable future or what you would like to see in such a future. Earth Day Initiative will share your ideas with their network so we can all learn from each other and work to build a sustainable future together. Share your ideas with them at [email protected].

Wind farm. Courtesy of Earth Day Initiative.

Join the millions who want a more sustainable future!

Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates on Earth Day Initiative's green events and programs. And donate here.

River running through landscape. Courtesy of Earth Day Initiative.

Earth Day Initiative was founded by Pamela Lippe who organized a broad coalition of environmental groups to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Earth Day in New York City in 1990. Together, they organized the largest event ever held in Central Park and every year since then have organized large-scale events in landmark locations. They have also grown into year-round programs and partnerships that all aim to bring the enthusiasm and spirit of Earth Day into our daily lives to meet the environmental challenges of the 21st Century.

Polar bear resting in snow. Courtesy of Earth Day Initiative.

John Oppermann, Executive Director of Earth Day Initiative, manages the breadth of Earth Day Initiative's activities, from its annual Earth Day events to its year-round programs, which include a classroom gardens program and a sustainable food toolkit aimed at high school students.

“Earth Day has always been a day when we can take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the natural world and the ways in which our lives connect to nature without even thinking about it,” says Oppermann. “It's an opportunity to assess our own environmental impact and adjust so that we connect with nature on a more regular basis and do what we can to protect it.”

Share your ideas on social media! Check out @earthdayinitiative on Facebook and Instagram, and @earthdaynewyork on Twitter. #DoJust1Thing

Special thanks to Earth Day Initiative board member Damon Torres.

Snow capped mountain top. Courtesy of Earth Day Initiative.

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