22 April, 2013
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This day was first observed in the USA in 1970 to draw attention to increasing environmental degradation due to human actions. It is now celebrated worldwide by concerned citizens, with activities aim at protecting plants and animals and cleaning the environment.
Theme for 2013: "The Face of Climate Change"
Climate change can seem like a remote problem for our leaders, but the fact is that it's already impacting real people, animals, and beloved places. These Faces of Climate Change are multiplying every day. Fortunately, other Faces of Climate Change are multiplying too: those stepping up to do something about it. Together, we'll personalize the massive challenge climate change presents by telling the world these stories through images shown at thousands of Earth Day events around the world
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