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2011 Earth Day events included an environmental forum for local political leaders and the first-ever Earth Day celebration in Tunis City and primary school events throughout Iraq. In 17 of the world's most severely deforested countries, Earth Day Network completed a project to plant over 1.1 million trees. Across the globe, more than 100 ...
The former head of the United Automobile Workers (UAW) union was one of the biggest contributors to the original Earth Day, donating $2,000 in 1970 (the equivalent of more than $15,500 today).
Following the success of the first Earth Day, Hayes founded the Earth Day Network and served as international chairman for Earth Day's anniversaries in 1990 [19] and 2000. [20] [21] Internationally, he is recognized for expanding the Earth Day Network to more than 180 nations. [22] It is now the world’s most widely observed secular holiday. [23]
The Sailboat Regatta and Mount Dora Earth Day are held in April. The regatta, which is hosted by the Mount Dora Yacht Club, is the oldest in the state and is celebrate its 70th year in 2023. Mount Dora Earth Day Celebration is a one-day event held on a Saturday around the annual international Earth Day.
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Morton Hilbert's work can be viewed at the Bentley Historical Library at the University of Michigan. [3] He is referenced in the history of conservation and environmentalism movements in Michigan. [17] Recently, some have called for an increased awareness of Hilbert's role in the founding of Earth Day. [18]
The inaugural Earth Day was celebrated in 1970. The holiday, since, has been recognized annually on April 22. Texans across the state are celebrating Earth Day.
Holidays proclaimed in this way may be considered a U.S. "national observance", but it would be improper to refer to them as "federal holidays". Many of these observances designated by Congress are authorized under permanent law under Title 36, U.S. Code , in which cases the President is under obligation to issue an annual proclamation.