Celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd

Earth Day is a time to celebrate the environment we all enjoy. It also provides an opportunity to promote the many benefits of nuclear science and technology. With Earth Day right around the corner, the American Nuclear Society (ANS) encourages everyone to join together to help people understand the environmental benefits nuclear provides.

Here are ideas for events to do on your own or coordinate with others in your community.

• Set up a "green" talk with a local school in your area to discuss nuclear energy.
• Volunteer to conduct a teacher/student workshop.
• Contact organizations in your community and offer to make a presentation on the benefits of nuclear science and technology.
• Hold a rally at a public venue (Permits may have to be obtained. Please contact your city first. Different rules and regulations may apply.)
• Encourage your company or organization to hold an Earth Day event or activity.
• Make an appointment to speak to your elected officials.
• Write a letter to your local, regional or national newspaper.
• Create signs to put in your yard.

Tools Available:

• Direct the general public to NuclearConnect.org
• Talking points on nuclear science and technology issues.
• Interactive Radiation Dose Chart / Prints available in the ANS store (item #750022)
• Learn how crucial nuclear science and technology is to sustainable development / Prints available in the ANS store (item #750077)

For Kids:

• Earth Day Crossword Puzzle
• The Atoms Family Coloring and Activity Book – Prints can be purchased in the ANS store (item #750055)
• The Alliance to Save Energy® Energy Hogbusters – Learn how improve the energy efficiency of your home
• U.S. Energy Information Administration Energy Kids – Learn about the various sources of energy
• U.S. Environment Protection Agency The Happy Earth Day Coloring and Activities Book

Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer Opportunities:

• EPA Earth Day Activities

Our planet is one in a million and it is home to more than seven billion people. To keep it clean and green lets help educate and inform those in your community this Earth Day!

Contact the Outreach Department for assistance and more information.