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Spring is the renewal of life. The first Earth Day, proclaimed by the City of San Francisco and celebrated on March 21, 1970 was created by John McConnell.

What led him to the idea was his interest in Space exploration and awareness of the March Equinox, nature’s primary day of global equilibrium.

In 1971 UN Secretary General U. Thant rang the United Nations Peace Bell on March 21, 1971. This began the annual celebration of Earth Day at the United Nations.

But whether it is celebrated on the vernal equinox or on April 22, the purpose of Earth Day is to provide an annual date on which the whole world (people of every creed and culture) rededicate themselves to the care of Earth.

Earth Magna Charta - a document which discusses the ideals behind the campaign for earth as well as the action people should take.

Read The 77 Theses - the Principles and Policies that will foster the peaceful nurture and care of the Planet Earth

Find out about the history and significance of The Earth Flag and how to order one.

Earth Day In A Box: All the information you need to organize your own event, get involved, and help combat climate change.

Have kids? Get them started with these Earth Day resources for kids.

Tips to make it Earth Day Every Day. (pdf)

What you can do about Climate Change.

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