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Celebrate nature and sustainability during Ann Arborโs annual Earth Day Festival
Read full article: Celebrate nature and sustainability during Ann Arborโs annual Earth Day FestivalFrom 1-4 p.m., on Sunday, April 21, more than 20 environmental organizations and nonprofits will be at the Leslie Science & Nature Center with family-free displays and hands-on activities.
7 things you canโt recycle curbside in Michigan, even though you want to
Read full article: 7 things you canโt recycle curbside in Michigan, even though you want toSometimes, an item just feels like it should be thrown in the recycling bin. But you may not be guessing right. And that can cause big problems for local recycling programs.
Local museum is bringing Earth Month programs to 3 area neighborhoods
Read full article: Local museum is bringing Earth Month programs to 3 area neighborhoodsThe Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History has some unique programs happening all month long to get you thinking about what you can do in your community.
Leslie Science & Nature Center to host Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival Sunday
Read full article: Leslie Science & Nature Center to host Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival SundayMore than 20 local organizations will be at the free family-friendly event, along with performances, educational presentations, crafts and other environmental activities.
You canโt recycle these 7 things curbside in Michigan, even though you want to
Read full article: You canโt recycle these 7 things curbside in Michigan, even though you want toSometimes, an item just feels like it should be thrown in the recycling bin. But you may not be guessing right. And that can cause big problems for local recycling programs.
These students are working to eliminate plastic in their lives, one bottle at a time
Read full article: These students are working to eliminate plastic in their lives, one bottle at a timeWhile we set aside one day a year to celebrate Earth Day and focus on ways each of us can protect our planet, there are things we can do every day that are simple and meaningful.
Detroit kicks off citywide cleanup initiative: โBuild a sense of communityโ
Read full article: Detroit kicks off citywide cleanup initiative: โBuild a sense of communityโWhatโs a better way to celebrate Earth Day than by doing a little clean up? City representatives on Detroitโs east side kicked off a citywide cleanup initiative.
Detroit nonprofit helps set new Guinness World Record for watering plants
Read full article: Detroit nonprofit helps set new Guinness World Record for watering plantsA nonprofit working to improve the environment and Detroit community by planting trees has joined forces with NBCโs Today Show to set a new world record this Earth Day.
Always wanted to start composting? This is how you can begin
Read full article: Always wanted to start composting? This is how you can beginYou probably already recycle, and itโs absolutely an easy way to reduce your carbon footprint, but are there any more things you could be doing around the house to be a little bit more green?
Watch how climate change has impacted Earth since 1984
Read full article: Watch how climate change has impacted Earth since 1984With Earth Day 2021 rapidly approaching, Google Earth has released a feature that might really open some eyes when it comes to how certain parts of the globe have changed in recent decades.
Celebrate Earth Day at Beacon Park! Here are the details
Read full article: Celebrate Earth Day at Beacon Park! Here are the detailsFriday is Earth Day, the day to do projects, attend events, and celebrate ways to keep our planet healthy and thriving. Well, there is a free celebration happening in the heart of Detroit all weekend long for people of all ages. Itโs happening at Beacon Park and includes a garden tour and art show all made possible by DTE Energy
Hereโs how you can celebrate Earth Day for free in Ann Arbor
Read full article: Hereโs how you can celebrate Earth Day for free in Ann ArborCoordinated by the Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival Planning Committee, the annual event includes displays, hands-on activities and performances by Lori Fithian, Drummunity and Joe Reilly.
Have you been โwishcycling?โ Itโs likely doing more harm than good
Read full article: Have you been โwishcycling?โ Itโs likely doing more harm than goodFriday marks Earth Day, and according to data released by the Environmental Protection Agency in 2018, the recycling rate in the U.S. was 32.1%, down from 34.5% in 2015.
Experience Earthโs power at The Michigan Science Center
Read full article: Experience Earthโs power at The Michigan Science CenterEarth Day can be more than just thinking about recycling. It is also day to appreciate mother nature for the power force it is. You can do that at The Michigan Science Center. They have a new exhibit that lets you and your family experience all of earthโs impressive power and unpredictable phenomenon like geysers, avalanches, tornados and so much more. Michigan Science Center President and CEO Christian Greer joined Tati live from the museum to talk about the new โEarth Wind Weatherโ exhibit.
LIVE STREAM: Gov. Whitmer to announce Michiganโs move toward renewable energy
Read full article: LIVE STREAM: Gov. Whitmer to announce Michiganโs move toward renewable energyMichigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is commemorating Earth Day on Thursday by announcing the stateโs plan to shift to renewable energy.
Thinking of planting a tree for Earth Day? Consider The Canopy Project
Read full article: Thinking of planting a tree for Earth Day? Consider The Canopy ProjectPlanting a tree sounds like a nice idea in theory, but what if youโre not sure what kind to plant, or where to put it? What if you live in a downtown apartment and you just donโt know what would be most helpful?
Climate Challenge Week: Temperature extremes show warming of Detroitโs climate
Read full article: Climate Challenge Week: Temperature extremes show warming of Detroitโs climateTeaming up with NBCโs Climate Challenge week, Local 4 meteorologist Paul Gross will answer the most-asked questions about climate change all week long.
5 ways to make your home more environmentally efficient, sustainable
Read full article: 5 ways to make your home more environmentally efficient, sustainableThereโs often no place like home, although that sentiment can sometimes fade when a house starts to rack up energy bills and breaks down in places over the course of time.
The Latest: Mayors ask Biden for consult on climate migrants
Read full article: The Latest: Mayors ask Biden for consult on climate migrantsThe mayors of a dozen major U.S. cities, including Los Angeles, New York City and San Diego, are asking President Joe Biden to consult them as the administration studies how to identify and resettle people displaced by drought, rising seas and other effects of climate change.
3 Cool upcycle craft ideas
Read full article: 3 Cool upcycle craft ideasWhat do you think of when you see leftover tin cans? An old paint bucket? Or that cool wine bottle you canโt bring yourself to throw away? They belong in the trash, or maybe the recycling bin, but why not instead get a little crafty and upcycle them!
Simple steps to protect the environment this Earth Day
Read full article: Simple steps to protect the environment this Earth DayAs we approach the 51st anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, all of us at DTE are reminded of our commitment to reduce our impact on the environment, creating a cleaner Michigan for our families and generations to follow.
Earth Day: 13 everyday things you can do to help the planet
Read full article: Earth Day: 13 everyday things you can do to help the planetWednesday, April 22, 2020 is the 50th Earth Day, an event celebrated in 193 countries worldwide, currently coordinated by the Earth Day Network. Read more: A brief history of Earth DayHere are 13 everyday things you can do to help our planet1. Turn your computer off overnight: By reducing power use, you will not only save a few bucks, but you'll also help reduce your footprint. Don't pre-rinse dishes: With a good detergent, your dishes will be just as clean and you can save gallons upon gallons of water per load. Adjust your thermostat: By dropping your in-home temp even one degree, you'll save money and energy, along with helping the planet.
Earth Day organizers say we should celebrate 50th anniversary online -- so, how do we do that?
Read full article: Earth Day organizers say we should celebrate 50th anniversary online -- so, how do we do that?Have you ever celebrated Earth Day, perhaps by planting a tree or doing something good for the environment? Considering the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic, the Earth Day Network has announced a shift to โglobal digital mobilizations.โItโll be Digital Earth Day! Earth Day Network will provide live coverage of these โglobal digital mobilizations," which you can follow on its social media accounts. But organizers still want to โmobilize millions in a call for transformative action for our planet.โโAt Earth Day Network, the health and safety of volunteers and participants in Earth Day events is our top concern. Thatโs now been postponed to October 24-25, 2020 to mark the half birthday of Earth Day.
50th anniversary Earth Day celebrations canceled in Ann Arbor
Read full article: 50th anniversary Earth Day celebrations canceled in Ann ArborANN ARBOR, Mich. โ A festival celebrating the 50th anniversary of Earth Day in Ann Arbor has been canceled due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Originally scheduled to take place in Gallup Park on April 19, the anniversary festival organizers announced the cancellation in a shared Facebook post. The annual festival has been a collaborative effort of the Leslie Science and Nature Center, the City of Ann Arbor and Ann Arbor-based environmental nonprofits and organizations. Additional Earth Day celebrations by the City Council and the University of Michigan have been canceled due to the novel coronavirus pandemic. The first Earth Day celebration in Ann Arbor took place on April 22 in 1970.
Earth Day organizers say we should celebrate 50th anniversary online -- so, how do we do that?
Read full article: Earth Day organizers say we should celebrate 50th anniversary online -- so, how do we do that?Have you ever celebrated Earth Day, perhaps by planting a tree or doing something good for the environment? Considering the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic, the Earth Day Network has announced a shift to โglobal digital mobilizations.โItโll be Digital Earth Day! Earth Day Network will provide live coverage of these โglobal digital mobilizations," which you can follow on its social media accounts. But organizers still want to โmobilize millions in a call for transformative action for our planet.โโAt Earth Day Network, the health and safety of volunteers and participants in Earth Day events is our top concern. Thatโs now been postponed to October 24-25, 2020 to mark the half birthday of Earth Day.
The environmental disaster that inspired Earth Dayโs creation
Read full article: The environmental disaster that inspired Earth Dayโs creationCities around the U.S. and world have already held, or will hold, events before the end of April to commemorate the 50th Earth Day, which is officially Monday. But before celebrating environmental awareness with various festivals, people had to recall the disaster that motivated the creation of Earth Day itself. Over the next five years, multiple lawsuits were filed against Union Oil to help pay for the damages. After seeing the damage from an airplane, Sen. Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin and environmental advocate Denis Allen Hayes were inspired to create Earth Day. In 1990, Earth Day became an international event.
Tips on how to properly recycle this Earth Day and beyond
Read full article: Tips on how to properly recycle this Earth Day and beyondSunday is Earth Day, and what better way to celebrate than help keep our planet clean. A good amount of people I interact with recycle when they can, while others really don't know how to recycle, or what to do when recycling. To help people that don't know how, here are some tips on how to properly recycle (all according to recycleacrossamerica.org.) Avoid plastic bags -- When you go to the grocery store, you typically bring home a load of plastic bags, right? However, not all plastics and metals are recyclable -- It is a rule of thumb to never recycle plastic or metal utensils, plastic bags (as mentioned earlier), plastic wraps/wrappers, Styrofoam or aluminum foil.
Hereโs a way you can help out on Earth Day!
Read full article: Hereโs a way you can help out on Earth Day!We all know recycling can be good for the community, and ahead of Earth Day this Sunday we found one place that makes it even better! E-Cycle Opportunities in Southfield specializes in getting rid of those big electronics you cannot take to your normal recycling center, and the workers there are happy to help. When looking for future employees, Lareau looks at what someone is able to do, not what they aren't able to do. The organization is looking out for the community by taking care of employees and the environment. If you have unwanted electronics you want to get rid of for Earth Day, E-Cycle Opportunities will be happy to help.