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What Is Earth Day?
What Is Earth Day? 
 
 
 
Earth Day – April 22 – is unique. It's a time to honor, assess, reflect on, embrace, pay homage to, and celebrate our home in the universe.

At 38-years-old, Earth Day is no passing fad. In fact, it's the only event celebrated simultaneously around the globe by people of all backgrounds, faiths, and nationalities.

Of course, Earth Day isn't really a day at all. It's a global movement that promotes environmental citizenship. Earth Day calls each of us to commit to building a safer, healthier, and cleaner world for all of us, whether that involves seeding a community garden or developing solutions for climate change. It reminds people everywhere to volunteer, invites them to festivals, and persuades them to change old habits.

Join us in celebrating Earth Day.

 
 
 
 
 
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climate

Working to secure a stable global climate.

fresh water

Understanding and protecting the sources and flows of fresh water.

food

Ensuring nature's ability to provide food for human needs.

health

Minimizing environmental pressures on human health.

cultural services

Valuing the role of nature in human cultures.

Biodiversity

Safeguarding the unknown and as-yet undiscovered benefits that nature provides.