EPA Commemorates Earth Day

On Earth Day, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) began to expand the conversation on climate change through public engagement and education on the importance of continuing to protect the air, water and land.

As it continues to make strides in protecting the climate by cutting carbon pollution and greenhouse gasses, EPA is participating in events to spur greater action to reduce the effects of climate change such as warmer temperatures, sea level rise, stronger storms and more droughts.

According to the EPA, every American plays a role in bringing about a healthier climate, a cleaner economy and a stronger energy future. By taking simple actions such as changing a light bulb, powering down electronics, using less water and recycling, together Americans can better protect their health and environment. Find an event or additional resources to learn more on how you can make a difference. 

Headquarter Activities Include:

• On April 22, Acting Administrator Bob Perciasepe joined Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and White House CEQ Chair Nancy Sutley, to announce the first-ever District Sustainability Award and the honorees for the Green Ribbon Schools program
• On April 22, Acting Administrator Perciasepe also participated in throwing the first pitch at the Washington National's baseball game as part of the team's Earth Day activities and EPA’s "Score One for the Environment!” campaign, encouraging Americans to take action in recycling and protecting the environment.
• On April 23, representatives from EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation, including Energy Star, SunWise, the Climate Change Division and the Clean Air Markets Division will participate in an Earth Day event at Union Station.
• This week, EPA will announce winners of the first-ever Campus RainWorks Challenge, focused on storm water infrastructure. Assistant Administrator for the Office of Water Nancy Stoner and Region 5 Administrator Susan Hedman plan to attend events at the winning campuses.

Throughout April, EPA and fellow federal agencies will hold activities in the Washington, DC area including:

• April 23 to 25: Electronics Collection
• April 23: Four Mile Run Stream Cleanup
• April 24: Prescription Drug Take Back Day
• April 25: Earth Day Fair and Recycling Collection

Click here for more upcoming events. 

Source: EPA