April 22nd marks Earth Day's 50th year of life. The movement launched numerous environmental improvements in the United States, including the Endangered Species Act, the Clean Water Act, the Clean Air Act, and it helped to create the Environmental Protection Agency.
The health of the planet is directly linked to our health and we believe you should be aware of current actions that negatively impact both. For instance,
did you know the federal government has: uced protections for endangered species;
Expanded mining operations in Arizona and Nevada;
Revoked tribal trust lands from the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe of Massachsetts;
Sold oil and gas leases for public lands without allowing the normal public comment period;
Rolled back auto standards that reduced fossil fuel emissions;
And continues to put forth policies that negatively impact the climate, nature, and Artwork by Jackie Fawn our communities.
And this is all just since March 6, 2020!
So here's the plan:
Over the 24 hours of Earth Day (12:01 am ET - 11:59 pm ET on April 22), Earth Day Network will flood the digital landscape with global conversations, calls to action, performances, video teach-ins and more. That’s where you come in.
On April 22, join us for 24 hours of action on earthday.org as we issue a new call to action every hour for 24 hours. Through 24 hours of action, Earth Day 2020 will drive actions big and small, give diverse voices a platform and demand bold action for people and the planet.
Over the 24 hours of Earth Day (12:01 am ET - 11:59 pm ET on April 22), Earth Day Network will fill the digital landscape with global conversations, calls to action, performances, video teach-ins and more.
And tune into Earth Day Live on April 22 -24 as millions of people around the world go online for a three-day mobilization to stop the climate emergency.
Tune in to Earth Day Live April 22-24 to watch, discuss and participate in a livestream featuring stories, performances and opportunities for digital collective action.
While Earth Day may be going digital, our goal remains the same: to mobilize the world to take the most meaningful actions possible to change the world.
No matter where you are, you can make a difference.
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