Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 11, 2023

A snapshot of recent progress on wildfire policy On Earth Day 2022, President Biden signed an executive order committing his administration to “Strengthen America’s Forests, Boost Wildfire Resilience, and Combat Global Deforestation.” But there’s still a long way to go.

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Legal Planet

APRIL 22, 2024

Earth Day is a perfect day to register to vote and to make sure people in your life are registered—and fully aware of what’s at stake in Election 2024. The first Earth Day in 1970 saw teach-ins, walkouts, and demonstrations grab the participation of 20 million Americans—about 10 percent of the total U.S.

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ESA

MAY 9, 2022

Blog post: Accounting for Nature on Earth Day 2022. White House Fact Sheet: President Biden Signs Executive Order to Strengthen America’s Forests, Boost Wildfire Resilience, and Combat Global Deforestation. billion for the agency in FY 2023. ESC – FY 2023 Appropriations Statement (March 28, 2022).

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ESA

APRIL 25, 2022

In an executive order made in honor of Earth Day, the White House announced the creation of a U.S. The order also includes incentives to reduce deforestation internationally and promote economic development in areas heavily dependent on the timber industry. ESC – FY 2023 Appropriations Statement (March 28, 2022).

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