In honor of Earth Day, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is highlighting what Harris County is doing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Harris County Office of Sustainability released the first county-wide Climate Action Plan (CAP) in January. The CAP is a comprehensive guide to achieving long-term sustainability across county facilities and reducing greenhouse emissions 40% by 2030. The goal of 40% was developed after an in-depth analysis of smart environmental initiatives that the county […]
Earth Day
Houston Arboretum presents Earth Day 2023 on Saturday, April 22, celebrating Earth’s Heroes
Come out for Earth Day at the Houston Arboretum and celebrate Earth’s Heroes. Join in the free family fun and meet some real local superheroes: wildland firefighters, park rangers, wildlife rehabilitators, and other incredible conservation professionals. Enjoy interactive booths, nature hikes, fun displays in the Discovery Room, and learn how to be a hero for our planet. Special guest Smokey Bear will be on site with Texas A&M Forest Service. Food trucks Mesquite Wood-fired Pizza […]
Creation-Focused Worship for Earth Day
Saturday, April 22, 6 p.m. central, online Join other Christians to celebrate Earth Day by participating in a streamed pre-recorded creation-focused worship service. Listen to the wisdom, song, and stories from our fellow Creatures, human and non-human. The Rev. Dr. R. Guy Erwin will share the message of the day. This 45-minute worship service is in English with full Spanish translation, and does not include communion. Observe Earth Day by praising the Creator and giving […]
Trees For Houston, LyondellBasell and The Astros Foundation partner to distribute 2,500 trees at Minute Maid Park to celebrate Earth Day 2022
In celebration of Earth Day 2022 (April 22), Trees For Houston partnered with LyondellBasell and The Astros Foundation to give away 2,500 native trees to Houston-area residents on the morning of Saturday, Apr. 23 at Minute Maid Park with the goal of beautifying their yards and helping the environment. A steady stream of nature enthusiasts from nine counties representing 50 zip codes around Houston drove through the tree pickup line at Lot B, outside Minute […]
Creation-Focused Worship for Earth Day
Friday, April 22, 6 p.m. central, online Join other Christians to celebrate Earth Day by participating in a streamed pre-recorded creation-focused worship service. Listen to the wisdom, song, and stories from our fellow Creatures, human and non-human. The Rev. Dr. Carmelo Santos will share the message of the day. This 45-minute worship service is in English with full Spanish translation, and does not include communion. Observe Earth Day by praising the Creator and giving thanks […]
Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston Invites You to Celebrate Earth Day
April 1 – April 30, online The Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston invites you to celebrate Earth Day/Month by joining our team for the online Earth Month EcoChallenge. This EcoChallenge focuses on the sustainable development goals of the United Nations, with categories of: basic needs & security, health & equity, education & livelihood, economy & communities and climate & ecosystems. You pick your challenges to complete during the month – to build a new sustainable […]
Creation-Focused Liturgy for Earth Day
Saturday, Apr. 24, 6 p.m. central, online Join with other Christians to celebrate Earth Day in worship with a creation-focused streamed recorded liturgy at 6 p.m. on April 24. The service does not include communion, and lasts 45 minutes. Celebrate Earth Day with us! Please register on www.eventbrite.com to participate in this worship. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com with any questions.
Earth Day Network Releases Teach-In Toolkits for Earth Day 2017
Washington, DC – In preparation for Earth Day on April 22nd, Earth Day Network has launched five toolkits to encourage and inspire local leaders to engage their communities in environmental activism. In line with the theme for 2017, Environmental and Climate Literacy, teach-ins will be held simultaneously around the world as tribute to the first Earth Day in 1970. This year, Earth Day Network is co-organizing the March for Science rally and teach-in on the […]