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Emily Walker, EARTHDAY.ORG's education coordinator, is featured in Jamaica Gleaner 's latest article about the incredible healing properties of taking action for the planet. Caribbean communities are on the frontlines of the #climatecrisis. As #HurricaneBeryl intensifies, we must urgently build resilience and take action now more than ever. https://bit.ly/4ddufg7 #ClimateAction #Caribbean #Resilience #Hurricane

Vermont just passed a groundbreaking climate policy, the Vermont Superfund Act, inspired by the EPA's Superfund program. This act holds fossil fuel companies accountable for climate change impacts, making them pay for adaptive efforts and resilient infrastructure. 🔹 Vermont endured record-breaking rainfall in July 2023, causing severe flooding. 🔹 4,087 homes and 839 businesses were damaged, costing the Northeast $2.2 billion. 🔹 Vermont’s $1.6 billion ski industry faces extinction due to climate change. Other States must follow Vermont's lead and push for more sustainable policies! https://bit.ly/3XWQe6q #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture #VermontClimatePolicy

New lawsuit claims popular baby bottles release harmful microplastics when heated. 🍼⚠️ This could mean our little ones are being exposed to dangerous toxins. https://bit.ly/3zzzkR9 Our recent report, "Babies vs. Plastics," delves deeper into the alarming issue of microplastics in our lives. From baby bottles to the food chain, plastic is everywhere. Read more https://lnkd.in/e4NKnV9F #babyhealth #microplastics #plasticsfree #PlanetvsPlastics

Exciting moments at the G7 Summit in Trieste! From meeting global education leaders to discussing the integration of #climateeducation in school curricula, it's been a whirlwind of inspiration and impactful conversations. Dive into the full blog to explore how we're advocating for climate action through education. 🌱📖 https://bit.ly/4cPJ6wJ #G7 #climateaction #earthday #greenmusclememory

Climate Education Gap in the US Young Americans (over 90%) are concerned about #climatechange & want to learn solutions. Yet, some states restrict access to #climateeducation, creating an unprepared future workforce for the #greeneconomy. Learn more ▶️ https://bit.ly/45PGcWs

As climate change intensifies, causing more frequent and severe weather events like floods and heatwaves, enhancing the climate resilience of our cities is more crucial than ever. This isn’t just about protecting people; it’s about preserving our infrastructure, local economies, and businesses. Is your city climate resilient? Learn more: https://bit.ly/45RFIzd ____________________________________________ #climatecuriosity #climatechange #cities #resiliency #ecofriendly #innovation #solutions #science #earth

Corporations churn out tons of single-use plastic packaging — yogurt cups, takeout containers, shopping bags, and more — contributing to 19 million metric tons of plastic waste annually. Many companies promise to tackle the crisis by making packaging more recyclable and reducing virgin materials. But it’s not enough. New analysis from As You Sow reveals major companies are failing on sustainability goals for plastic. Few set measurable targets, and those that do often fall short. We need stronger action to keep plastic out of landfills and our environment. https://bit.ly/4eHQa08 #PlasticPollution #Sustainability #EnvironmentalAction #EndPlastics #PlanetvsPlastics

Don't Let Denial Block Progress: A Look Back at Climate Change Resistance 🌍 Climate change denial isn't new. Its roots go back to the 70s, driven by industries threatened by environmental regulations. Learn more about the history of denial, its politicization, and how to break the cycle in our latest blog 🔽 https://bit.ly/4cx8Mih #ClimateChange #EnvironmentalAwareness #Sustainability

In this installment of "22 Minutes With...", EARTHDAY.ORG's Great Global Cleanup Coordinator, Michael Karapetian, sits down with Samantha Romanick, PhD, to discuss her ongoing study of microplastics at Burning Man. She delves into her fascinating research on the world-renowned "leave no trace" desert festival and explains how her findings influence our understanding of the spread of micro- and nanoplastics. Dr. Romanick also shares her journey to becoming zero-waste and offers tips on how to live a plastic-free lifestyle.

Our Coalition Makes Strides on Capitol Hill in the Fight for a Plastic-Free Future 💪 This week, our coalition made significant progress advocating for crucial plastic policies and the #GlobalPlasticsTreaty on Capitol Hill. Over 100 congressional meetings were held, with our team actively participating in 23. The response was overwhelmingly positive, resulting in new co-sponsors for key bills advancing plastic policy reform. Discussions focused on the alarming costs of plastic-related healthcare (up to $250 billion annually), potential links between plastics and childhood cancer, and environmental justice concerns arising from plastic production and PFAs pollution. We are particularly grateful to Representative Jaime Raskin for expressing his commitment to supporting our health and environmental priorities. #GlobalPlasticsTreaty #EndPlastics #Advocacy #Policy #PlanetvsPlastics #EarthDay #PlasticPollution #Health #Congress Photo credit: Addi Bauer/Oceana