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People across the country celebrate Earth Day, on April 22 of each year to help
recognize the need to preserve our planet. On this day, people
show support by attending environmental
rallies, recycling items such as paper and plastics, and cleaning
up littered areas.
Senator Gaylord Nelson began Earth Day in the spring of 1970.
He was dedicated to an idea of environmental protection and
land conservation. His interest in the environment began with
a book by Rachel Carson, The Silent Spring
in which she discussed the dangerous effects
of pesticides on the ecosystem. Nelson wanted to make environmental
concerns
a part of public policy. In 1962, Nelson persuaded President
Kennedy to go on a national tour discussing the importance
of environmental conservation. Though Kennedy had some impact
on the nation, environmentalism did not gain any recognition
in our political state.
Because of this failed effort, Nelson decided to found Earth
Day in 1970. His initial effort was speaking at college campuses
across the country. The students became interested
and pushed the nation and it's leaders into recognizing
the importance of saving the environment. Per EO 13101, Earth
Day
has been celebrated ever since. It has had a major impact on
our nation and on the laws that govern our nation. Several
pesticides and pollution-causing agents have been banned from
the United States. In some states, cars must meet certain environmentally
safe standards. Recycling has become a major effort in reducing
the amount of trash our nation produces. In effect, Earth Day
has created a more environmentally conscious nation.
Our planet is very unique and has supported life for
hundreds of thousands of years and has provided pristine beauty
and the things necessary for human survival. As our human population
continues to grow, these natural resources will
continue to be depleted. If we are to maintain our current
quality of life humanity must maintain what nature has been
providing for years. To accomplish this, we must be stewarts
of the environment and use our resources wisely. If we don't,
we could destroy our
most
important
asset...the
Earth itself.
So help us celebrate Earth Day at the Kennedy Space Center
by preserving the environment, conserving energy, and reserving
natural resources while we reach for the stars!
Points-of-Contact:
EEAW Chair, John Ryan, TA-C3, 867.8413; EEAW Co-Chair, Barbara Naylor, TA-C3,
867.8452
View the most recent EEAW
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