Celebrate Earth Day's 50th Anniversary on April 22, 2020
Energy.gov
Energy Saver is the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) consumer resource on saving energy and using renewable energy technologies at home. You can save money and energy at home by choosing energy-efficient appliances and electronics and reducing the amount you use them. Find energy-saving tips for your home and explore a variety of topics on the DOE website that will help you reduce your electricity use and bills.
Topics include:
- ways to reduce heating and cooling expenses,
- tips to save money weatherizing your home - and learn more about sealing, insulation, moisture control, and ventilation,
- ways to estimate appliance needs and purchasing,
- learn how to save energy and money on purchasing energy-efficient computers and home electronics, and more!
Download a copy of the Energy Saver Guide for more ways to save money and energy in your home! Use this button to download a copy. Energy Saver Guide
Learn more about the Energy Saver Mission.
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
You will find The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) sustainable message and this year's poster contest winners on Michigan's EGLE website.
Make Earth Day Every Day
California Academy of Sciences
Free Live stream for Students on April 22: Design solutions to benefit Earth's ecosystems and humans!
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NASA
On April 22, NASA will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, reaffirming their commitment to understanding our planet’s interconnected systems and protecting it for future generations.
Visit NASA and find out how NASA is helping the world breathe more easily,
NASA's Earth Day Toolkit has lots of games, activities, resources, photographs, and a Citizen Science project to help you celebrate Earth Day.
NASA Farming Data from Space
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Learn more about the history of Earth Day on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website and explore ways to reduce your carbon footprint, tips on green living, project resources, and teacher resources.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is committed to protecting public health by improving air quality and reducing air pollution. Explore graphs and data on national air pollution trends on health, plant life, and the economy.
North American Association for Environmental Education
EarthEcho Water Challenge Ambassadors Needed
The EarthEcho Water Challenge Ambassadors annually unites up to 20 young environmental leaders ages 14-22 from across the United States. This unique experience trains and equips student leaders to conduct ongoing water monitoring efforts in their communities, allows Ambassadors to collaborate with and learn from a network of young people passionate about protecting local waterways, and empowers participants to lead events to educate their communities about the importance of waterway conservation utilizing the EarthEcho Water Challenge.
Use this link to apply: Application - Applications are open through May 1, 2020.
EarthEcho International(link is external) is a non-profit organization founded by Philippe Cousteau, dedicated to inspiring young people worldwide to take action for a sustainable future.
MSU Extension Community Food Systems - Cabin Fever Webinars
As we all practice social distancing and simultaneously get excited about spring, now is the time to readjust our sails and embrace virtual learning. “Cabin Fever Conversations” is focused on lighthearted, but educational conversations about gardening. There will be one featured guest per session who has some exciting specialty like seeds, houseplants, pollinator health, etc. Bring some questions of your own because there will be time for them at the end. We will be using Zoom for these conversations. More details about how to use Zoom and join the session are below. Each session will be under one hour. Take a break from your cabin fever and join!
Zoom Webinars
April 17: Rebecca Finneran (MSU Extension) will talk about container gardening
April 24: Linnea Rowse (Michigan Audubon) will educate us on gardening to support birds
May 1: Naim Edwards (MSU Extension) will talk about creating edible landscapes
If you have difficulty logging on due to webinar capacity limits, we will also be live streaming these videos on the Gardening in Michigan Facebook group, which you can access at https://www.facebook.com/GardeningInMichigan/
4-H Trash Warriors: Spin Club
Online Meeting will be held using the app called Zoom and the link/password for the meeting will be emailed once you are registered for the club.
Wednesdays April 22 - May 27, 2020
4 - 5 p.m.
Online via Zoom Meeting and FlipGrid
ORISE Competition for Students
Save the Earth K-2nd Grade Student Challenge
ORISE is hosting a student challenge just for students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade! Earth Day is April 22! How are you planning on celebrating? ORISE wants to know what you can do to save the earth! Would you recycle? Water plants? Turn off electricity? Throw trash away? You tell us! Write a story and draw a picture telling us what you would do to save the earth! You may use the template provided to write and draw your story. TWO prizes will be awarded!
To enter the contest, complete the form at https://orausurvey.orau.org/n/AprilK2.aspx and attach your file. Make sure you include your parent or guardian’s contact information so we can get their permission to post your file on our website. The deadline to submit is 8 p.m. EST on Thursday, April 30, 2020.
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].
Student Conservation Association
Take a Hike and Reduce Litter
Virtually join the Student Conservation Association, in partnership with AllTrails, in a nature hike and reduce litter in honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Connect to your local trails as SCA guides you through social distancing best practices and litter abatement how-to. Make a difference this Earth Day with us, while practicing safe social distancing procedures!
Social Distancing Best Practices for Hiking
Energy Star
How better to celebrate Earth Day than saving energy in your home? EPA experts will walk you through step-by-step instructions for making your home more energy-efficient. Whether you’re new to being green, or you’re an energy-saving savant, we’ve got the projects for you.
Earth Day Do it Yourself projects
