Earth Day, originated by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson in 1970, called for an environmental teach-in, or Earth Day, to be held on April 22nd. Over 20 million people participated in 1970, and Earth Day is now observed each year by more than 500 million people and national governments in 175 countries. Senator Nelson, an environmental activist, took a leading role in organizing the celebration, hoping to demonstrate popular political support for an environmental agenda. With high fuel, food, housing, (everything!) costs, all with a component or link to the environment, the movement is expanding exponentially. No matter your stance on Global Warming, doing right by this celestial ball we call home is the only sensible action. I will go so far as to say it is your moral duty.
Awareness is step1.
I think you'd be hard pressed to find anyone who hasn't heard of Earth Day, or it's implied "be nice to the planet" theme.
Action is step 2.
Start Here. 94.5fm WKTI (where I work) has become Earth Radio @ 94.5 today, and this link on our website will become a permanent part of our online identity. You'll find 39 things you can do today, and when you're done with those, just google "Earth Day" for a galaxy of more information.
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