Forty years ago, pioneering activists launched a movement to fight for clean air and water. Their actions led to Congress passing tough regulations forcing industry to reduce emissions. We owe a lot to these foremothers and forefathers of the environmental movement, but now it is time for The Update. Environmentalism today is working together to improve the health of our families and planet, volunteering with neighbors to beautify our communities, building structures that enhance the environment, creating green collar jobs to enrich our cities – making every day Earth Day. Everyone has a role to play.

• 10,000+ central Ohioans to volunteer on Saturday, April 17 and Sunday, April 18
• 20,000+ attendees at celebration on Thursday, April 22
• Presentation of the Earth Day Challenge Cup awards to the company, school and non-profit that send out the most volunteers
• Zero waste to the landfill (everything will be composted or recycled)