Did you know that on April 22, 1970, 20 million people across America celebrated the first Earth Day? The U.S Environment Protection Agency (US EPA) has some articles, reports and documents on the history of Earth Day, which dates back as far back as 1971.

Apart from historical documents, the US Environment Protection Agency’s Earth Day Web site offers many tips and fun ways to protect the environment and our health every day:

(and you don’t have to be staying in the US to do this) *winks*

1. Learn about simple things you can do around your home to reduce the environmental impacts of your everyday activities. Includes information on how to recycle, conserve resources, avoid toxins, and practice environmentally responsible landscaping.
2. Learn how to protect your neighborhood’s natural resources. You can also access information on air and water quality in your community.
3. Whether you are a student looking for a school project, an environmental studies teacher or someone just interested in learning more about the environment, EPA has lots of educational resources to offer you. You may want to take this fun Earth Day quiz to see how much you know about Earth Day.
4. Learn how you and your employer can protect the environment, save money and create a healthy workplace.
5. Buying a new car or home appliance? While shopping, you can access helpful information on how to choose models that will reduce pollution, save energy and money.

And while you’re at it, why not include your kids as well? The Earth Day take home kit provides a lot of information and tips that you and your family can use to protect the environment and your health, while celebrating Earth Day :)