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April 22nd is Earth Day!
First designated in 1970, Earth Day was created by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson as a way to address concerns surrounding the growing industrial pollution in America. Prior to 1970, a factory could spew black clouds of toxic smoke into the air or dump tons of toxic waste into a nearby stream, and it was perfectly legal. Consequently, Nelson sought to capitalize on student anti-war protests by organizing campus teach-ins to raise awareness on environmental issues as well. It was ultimately a successful endeavor, as these teach-ins and demonstrations forced the issue onto the national agenda. By December 1970, Congress had authorized the creation of a new federal agency to tackle environmental issues, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
While environmental activism and policy making are essential parts of building a more sustainable and eco-friendly future, individual actions still greatly impact our environment as well. Therefore, many of the documents curated for our display aim to help individuals become more environmentally conscious in their own personal lives. From at-home recycling to community clean-up efforts, there are plenty of easy ways to better invest in our planet.
We invite you now to browse some of our department’s resources and commemorative display as we celebrate Earth Day 2025! The display can be found at Marx Library on 2nd Floor South with a and for more information.
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, March 7, 2025 (CRS Report, R48293)
U.S. Congressional Research Service, Jan. 22, 2025 (CRS IN FOCUS, IF12690)
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, March 14, 2025 (CRS IN FOCUS, IF10261)
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, March 11, 2025 (CRS REPORT, R48448)
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 27, 2025 (CRS REPORT, R48435)
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 26, 2025 (CRS IN FOCUS, IF10482)
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 20, 2025 (CRS LEGAL SIDEBAR, LS11271)
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 13, 2025 (CRS IN FOCUS, IF12908)
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 12, 2025 (CRS LEGAL SIDEBAR, LSB11268)
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U.S. Congressional Research Service, Feb. 6, 2025 (CRS INSIGHT, IN124936)
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