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Earth Day is April 22.
It is often observed on the weekends before or after April 22.
Many communities celebrate Earth Week or Earth Month. |
 TRY COOKING WITH THE SUN
Or prepare non-cooked meals such as salads, fruit, and sandwiches |
 CARPOOL
Don't Ride Alone on Earth Day |
 TAKE MASS TRANSIT
A bus, a train, a subway, a trolley, etc. |
 ENJOY NATURE AND THE OUTDOORS
Turn off the TV. Get outside if the weather is nice and enjoy nature |
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Reduce, Reuse and Recycle, in that order.
If we reduce, there is less to reuse or recycle. Reusing an item implies that it remains in its original state, and does not require any new energy or material, unlike a recycled item.
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1969
Sen.
Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin calls for national teach-in on
the environment to be called "Earth Day".
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How important is it to plant trees?
Forest facts: The world has lost almost half of the forests that once blanketed the Earth. Between 1990-1995, the net global forest loss was 112,600 sq km per year, or roughly 33 soccer fields per minute.
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Global ReLeaf Sarajevo Project
The war in Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina devastated the environment as well as city residents. Global ReLeaf Sarajevo's goal is to plant 300,000 slope-stabilizing trees and 3,000 urban street trees
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Corporate Water Challenge
About 20% of the world's water supply is used by corporations - at least half of that is wasted. Earth Day Network challenges the private sector to conserve water and reinvest in community development. |
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how long it takes some things take to break down:
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plastics take 500 years,
aluminum cans take 500 years,
organic materials take 6 months,
cotton, rags, paper take 6 months. |
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Refill empty toner cartridges from printers and photocopiers by purchasing reusable cartridges. |
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Save money!!! Use rechargeable batteries |
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Vinegar, with hydrogen peroxide kills bacteria more effectively than any commercial cleaner.
All you need to is two spray bottles, one filled with a three per cent solution of hydrogen peroxide, the other filled with white vinegar. Spray the area to be disinfected with one, and then the other. If you like, rinse with water. Studies have shown that it does not matter which of the two sprays you use first. This combination kills E. coli and salmonella more effectively than chlorine bleach, and can be used on both food and surfaces (including wood cutting boards) |
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Take your own cloth bags shopping. One study showed that if every person in New York City would take just one less bag per week, the city's garbage could be reduced annually by 2,500 tons. |
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 Every ton of paper that is recycled saves 17 trees
The energy we save when we recycle one glass bottle is enough to light a light bulb for four hours
Each person throws away approximately four pounds of garbage every day.
One bus carries as many people as 40 cars!
More than 1/3 of all energy is used by people at home
Most families throw away about 88 pounds of plastic every year
We each use about 12,000 gallons of water every year
1/3 of all water is used to flush the toilet.
Approximately 5 million tons of oil produced in the world each ear ends up in the ocean.
The amount of wood and paper we throw away is enough to heat 50 million homes for 20 years |
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Be a Star!
Look for Energy Star® products and buy appliances with the best energy ratings to keep your bills down and the air clean. |
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APRIL 27
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Westmoreland Earth Day
Saint Vincent College, Latrobe PA
12 noon - 5:00 p.m.
724 238 7560
Targeted towards families and general community |
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APRIL 12 - 27
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Earth Day Celebration
Sewickley Public Library 500 Thorn Street
9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
412.741.6920
The Environmental Information Center is planning an Earth Day celebration to focus attention on environmental issues, promote recognition of local environmental groups and feature environmental projects done by students of our local schools |
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APRIL 27
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"PA River Sojourn" airs on WQED
10:00 p.m.
215.545.5880
A sojourn is a journey. Each year, hundreds of people from around Pennsylvania participate in River Sojourns on the state's 83,000 miles of rivers and streams in order to explore the region's natural beauty, learn what is affecting the river, and get some sun, fresh air and exercise. |
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APRIL 22
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Pittsburgh declares Great Outdoors Week !
City Council chambers 5th floor City-County building
10 a.m.
Western PA Field Institute @ newsletter@wpfi.org
Councilman, Bill Peduto sponsors proclamation. WPFI needs outdoor enthusiasts to show support by packing the chambers at City Hall. |
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APRIL 26
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Earth Day Extravaganza at the Pittsburgh Zoo
One Wild Place, Pittsburgh
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
(412) 665-3640
Join the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium in celebrating our wild Earth. Enjoy entertainment that will enthrall you and your kids and teach you to have fun while conserving our wild earth! |
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APRIL 26
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Earth Day Fair at Beechwood
614 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh
Noon - 4 p.m.
ASWP @ 412.963.6100 or aswp@aswp.org
Audubon Society of Western PA teams up with the Sierra Club, Allegheny Group to host this year's Earth Day Fair. Learn how environmental organizations from around Western Pennsylvania (25+) are protecting the environment for our families' health and enjoyment. Guided nature hikes and children's events will accompany the festivities. |
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APRIL 26
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Saddle Greenway Trail Work Day
Off East Sycamore Street in Mount Washington (Pittsburgh)
10a.m. - 1 p.m.
412.481.3220
Litter pick-up, mulching, and invasive vine removal on the trails that will connect Grandview Avenue to Grandview Park and trails to the South Side and Riverfront. |
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APRIL 27
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McKeesport History & Environmental Day
Gergeley Riverfront Park (meet @ Palisades in McKeesport)
9:30 a.m. sharp!
412.441.3673
An informative work day including a native planting and river restoration project in the morning followed by a history presentation keynoted by Historian and a McKeesport native, John Hoerr, author of "The Wolf Finally Came" in the afternoon. Please register! |
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APRIL 26
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Earth Week Park Clean Up
Raccoon Creek State Park (Park Office on SR 18)
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
724.899.3611
The park is looking for volunteers to help spruce up trails and pick up litter. Groups as well as individual volunteers are welcome. |
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APRIL 22 - 25
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Earth Week 2003
Jennings Environmental Education Center
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
724-794-6011
Special Earth Week programs for schools available during the month of April. Programs will be offered on site at Jennings and as assemblies at schools. |
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APRIL 26
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Spring Into Action
Jennings Environmental Education Center
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
724.794.6011
Groups and individuals needed for park improvement projects. Lunch and a t-shirt provided as well as our popular raffle (opportunity to win great environmental prizes). Volunteers must be age 12 or older and you must register for the program no later than April 18th.
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April 26
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Earth Day Fair at Beechwood
12:00-4:00 p.m.
614 Dorseyville Road, sponsored by Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania 412-963-6100
Discover how environmental organizations from Western Pennsylvania are protecting the environment. Guided nature hikes and children's events will acompany the festivities
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APRIL 26
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An Earth Day Celebration-Clean-up/restoration
8-3pm
233 Max Lane, Yukon, PA
A recycling drop off for tires and batteries, a litter pick up and a picnic for all who would like to join us.
http://www.maxenvironmental.com
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APRIL 26
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Earth Day Tree Planting
Ohiopyle State Park (Park Office)
9:00 a.m. - ?
724.329.8591
planting trees in the Falls area and at the mine site. Please bring your own lunch and beverage. |
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