Earth Day

April 22, 2008 -- Today on Earth Day, three Congressional leaders on climate and energy issues laid out principles for any effective legislative solution to the challenge of global warming. Chairman Henry A. Waxman, Chairman Ed Markey and Rep. Jay Inslee released “Principles for Global Warming Legislation,” which are designed to provide a framework for Congress as it produces legislation to establish an economy-wide mandatory program to cut global warming emissions.

Reps. Waxman, Markey, and Inslee are inviting their colleagues to join them in supporting these principles and conveying their support to Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who has made enacting legislation to address global warming a top priority for Congress.    » read more »

April 22, 2008 -- Chicago, IL - Senator Obama today issued the following statement to mark Earth Day.

"As America and the world observe Earth Day, the call to save our planet has never been more urgent. In recent years, we've seen the harm that more severe weather events can do. We've seen it in the droughts that have swept the South, the hurricanes that threaten our shores with increasing ferocity, and the rising sea levels that could one day submerge our cities. This is a challenge unlike any the world has ever faced, and America must lead the world to meet it.

Barack Obama: Photo by Barack Obama campaign (CC)    » read more »

4/22/2008 -- "On Earth Day, we embrace our responsibility to each other and to future generations: every one of us, from the President in the White House to children in schools to CEOs in boardrooms can help protect the environment and save our planet.

That is the spirit that gives this day meaning. That is the call to citizenship that will help us solve the climate crisis and meet other threats to our environment.

Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton: Photo by Joseph Shemuel (CC)

And that is why it is so important we elect a new president who will boldly and immediately set a new course.    » read more »

April 21, 2008 -- Washington, D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in observance of the 38th annual Earth Day, which will be observed tomorrow, Tuesday, April 22:

“Almost four decades ago, a group of visionary Americans energized the environmental movement, and indeed our nation, by dedicating a day to this ideal: we must preserve God’s creation, our planet, for the generations to come.

Earth at twilight: Photo courtesy NASA

“On this Earth Day, the greatest challenge facing the United States, and indeed our world, is climate change. Its effects already can be seen in severe weather, coastal flooding, deadly heat waves, and spreading infectious diseases.    » read more »

Kicks off week with awards for environmental excellence and pollution prevention

April 21, 2008 -- MONTPELIER, Vt. – With Earth Day events planned around the globe on April 22, Vermont Governor Jim Douglas has proclaimed this week to be Vermont Earth Week, with a call to Vermonters to celebrate and honor our environment’s role in our livelihood.

Vermont mountains, fall: Photo by Paul Moody (CC)    » read more »

The Governor challenges Oregonians to help the earth and gives away pedometers to encourage walking instead of driving

April 21, 2008 -- (Portland) – At a rally in downtown Portland, Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski today issued his Earth Day challenge, encouraging all Oregonians to do something different to help the environment on Earth Day.

Female Rufuos Hummingbird, Oregon: Photo by Redgum (CC)

Choosing to lead by example, the Governor announced he will walk to work on Earth Day and called on all Oregonians do something tomorrow lessen their footprint on the planet.    » read more »

April 18, 2008 -- As the nation observes Earth Day on April 22, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) is encouraging Michiganians to reduce their energy bills by taking the next step in energy efficiency.

"Now is the time to cut energy bills further by taking the next energy efficient steps," said MPSC Commissioner Monica Martinez. "Becoming more energy efficient is the 'gift that keeps on giving' because the savings continue for years to come, and pollution from power plants is reduced. And that's something to celebrate on Earth Day and every day."

Programmable thermostat    » read more »

April 16, 2008 -- WASHINGTON -- NASA centers across America will roll out the green carpet April 22 to celebrate Earth Day and reporters are invited to hear first hand about the agency's contributions to understanding and protecting our environment.

NASA Earth research missions study all aspects of our planet, from its oceans, land surfaces and atmosphere, to its biosphere and cryosphere.

Cumulonimbus cloud over Africa: Photo courtesy NASA Earth Observatory    » read more »

Six Chosen from Hundreds of Hopefuls Participating in National Casting Call For Inspired Green Youth

AUSTIN, Texas, April 1, 2008 -- In celebration of Earth Month, Whole Foods Market, the world's leading natural and organic foods supermarket, today announced that six fresh-faced, eco-conscious personalities were chosen from hundreds of entries to host its new video podcast series "Whole Earth Generation™," which is dedicated to raising environmental awareness among today's youth.    » read more »

Viewers Invited to Participate in Online Challenges and Sweepstakes Online To Win Trip to X Games

BURBANK, March 11, 2008 -- In celebration of Earth Day, Jetix, the action, adventure and comedy block on Toon Disney, will debut "EnvirOlympics" PSA messages that challenge kids to become eco-heroes and provide them a chance to win a trip to the X Games. The PSAs begin airing SUNDAY, APRIL 6 and will be presented every Sunday throughout the month (6:00-9:00 p.m., ET/PT) and on Earth Day, Tuesday, April 22.    » read more »

Kansas City, Kan., March 10, 2008 -- EPA Region 7 has developed a flier in six languages to inform and educate ethnic marketplaces that sell imported products. Often, languages other than English are spoken at these businesses. The flier provides information about the risks involved in selling unregistered pesticide products, which might be hazardous to human health, and about the laws associated with knowingly selling such products.    » read more »

Burbank, February 26, 2008 -- In preparation for Earth Day, Disney Channel stars visited TreePeople in Los Angeles and shared ideas on how kids everywhere can help the environment by making small changes in their own homes and neighborhoods.The stars are: 15-year-old Emily Osment ("Hannah Montana"), 16-year-old Mitchel Musso ("Hannah Montana," "Phineas and Ferb"), 15-year-old Selena Gomez and 18-year-old David Henrie (both of "Wizards of Waverly Place"), 16-year-old Jason Dolley ("Cory in the House," "Minutemen"), 14-year-old Alyson Stoner ("Camp Rock," "Phineas and Ferb") and 20-year-old Maia    » read more »

Governor, ANR Secretary and USDA to Highlight Regional Composting Effort

April 23, 2007 -- Montpelier, Vt. – Vermont Governor Jim Douglas and Natural Resources Secretary George Crombie on Tuesday will continue the state’s celebration of Earth Week with the Northern Vermont Composting Partnership, a new regional composting effort aimed at reducing food scraps in the state’s waste stream.    » read more »

April 20, 2007 -- Washington, D.C. - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid released the following statement on the 37th anniversary of Earth Day:

"Senate Democrats are dedicated to making sure that Americans have clean drinking water, fresh air to breathe, and the opportunity to enjoy the vast open spaces and natural beauty of Nevada, the country and the world. On the 37th anniversary of Earth Day, everyone should celebrate the bipartisan steps forward we have taken to reduce pollution and clean up hazardous waste sites.    » read more »

April 20, 2007 -- Washington, DC - Senator Biden issued the following statement in observance of Earth Day, April 22, 2007:

"Climate change, the first truly global environmental threat, is now upon us. The most recent scientific reports, and most recent reports on its effects, are convincing and disturbing. We have treated our atmosphere as a costless dump for the waste gases that are the byproduct of our great wealth. If we do nothing to fight climate change now, our children will inherit not just a ruined landscape, but a world of conflict as well.    » read more »