Embassy Events 2010
April 22 Marks the Forty Year Anniversary of Earth Day
23 April 2010
Secretary Hillary Clinton
April 22 was the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. To mark the occasion, Secretary Clinton released this video message: “Forty years ago, Earth Day began in the United States as a “teach-in” – a day to educate people about the environmental challenges facing our planet. Today, we know more than ever about the challenges of preserving our environment – from clean water to climate change – and Earth Day has evolved into a call for sustainable solutions and local action all over the world.
The Obama administration has taken concrete steps toward achieving these goals. Under the President’s leadership, the United States has reengaged…”