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In the 55 years since its inception, Earth Day continues to influence the environment locally and internationally.

Recycling plastic, paper or glass is easy. But when it comes to batteries, you may need to look a little harder.

A nonprofit working to improve the environment and Detroit community by planting trees has joined forces with NBC’s Today Show to set a new world record this Earth Day.

April 22 is Earth Day, an event celebrated in 193 countries worldwide, currently coordinated by the Earth Day Network.

AAA shares a few sustainable tips as you hit the road for your next road trip.

Recycling plastic, paper or glass is easy. But when it comes to batteries, you may need to look a little harder.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy have reported that Michiganders’ recycling rate is up 35.4%.

Global warming is throwing a double whammy at the Detroit region.

Thursday will be the 51st Earth Day, an event celebrated by more than one billion people in 193 countries worldwide, currently coordinated by the Earth Day Network.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is commemorating Earth Day on Thursday by announcing the state’s plan to shift to renewable energy.

Planting a tree sounds like a nice idea in theory, but what if you’re not sure what kind to plant, or where to put it? What if you live in a downtown apartment and you just don’t know what would be most helpful?

Teaming up with NBC’s Climate Challenge week, Local 4 meteorologist Paul Gross will answer the most-asked questions about climate change all week long.

Not everyone knows how to recycle the right way, and so, unfortunately, a significant portion of recycled items don’t even end up getting recycled at all.

What do you think of when you see leftover tin cans? An old paint bucket? Or that cool wine bottle you can’t bring yourself to throw away? They belong in the trash, or maybe the recycling bin, but why not instead get a little crafty and upcycle them!

Teaming up with NBC’s Climate Challenge week, Local 4 meteorologist Paul Gross will answer the most-asked questions about climate change all week long.

On the week of Earth Day a group of Michigan leaders has announced the state's $97 commitment to funding recycling efforts statewide.

Addressing how the changes in the composition of the earth’s atmosphere has impacted the planet over the years.

Teaming up with NBC’s Climate Challenge this Earth Week, Local 4 meteorologist Paul Gross will answer the most-asked questions about climate change all week long.

Earth-friendly tips to learn something new you could be doing starting this Earth Week!

As we approach the 51st anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, all of us at DTE are reminded of our commitment to reduce our impact on the environment, creating a cleaner Michigan for our families and generations to follow.

One of the most interesting climate solutions is right beneath our toes, in the soil: Regenerative farming.

"Michigan needs to become a leader in transitioning the state to low-carbon energy, and eliminating all forms of greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 or earlier."

Often, we think of climate change as a thing that will happen many years from now. But that’s no longer the case. Climate change is happening right now, and its impacts can be seen across Michigan.

There are two new movies streaming this weekend, from action packed thrillers, to wonderful scenic documentaries to wrap up Earth Week. Greg gave the movie three out of five reels. Greg gave the movie four reels out of five. Greg said Our Planet, which focuses on exotic wildlife, Disneynature Oceans and Growing Up Wild, and National Parks Adventure are great movies that highlight the beauty of nature. He said if you’ve already seen these movies, this weekend is a great time to revisit them.

Wednesday, April 22, 2020 is the 50th Earth Day, an event celebrated in 193 countries worldwide, currently coordinated by the Earth Day Network. Read more: A brief history of Earth DayHere are 13 everyday things you can do to help our planet1. Turn your computer off overnight: By reducing power use, you will not only save a few bucks, but you'll also help reduce your footprint. Don't pre-rinse dishes: With a good detergent, your dishes will be just as clean and you can save gallons upon gallons of water per load. Adjust your thermostat: By dropping your in-home temp even one degree, you'll save money and energy, along with helping the planet.

This article is sponsored by DTE EnergyHost Tati Amare talked to Trevor Lauer, the President and COO of DTE Energy about the expansion of renewable energy with General Motors in Southeast Michigan. General Motors has partnered with DTE Energy to sign up 100% of their electricity usage in Southeast Michigan for renewable energy under the MI Green Power program. Their usage could be compared to 100 homes using renewable energy. DTE customers can also contribute to the MI Green Power program by signing up to receive up to 15% renewable energy in their homes. To join MI Green Power to support renewable energy and learn how changing your energy source can help the environment visit dteeneegy.com/migreenpowerWatch the video to learn more about how you can help the planet by using renewable energy in your home.

Every day, you likely use all kinds of plastic - everything from water bottles to containers, and you may be recycling them, but are you doing it right? Currently, in Michigan, we recycle 15% of plastic, and their goal is to raise it to 30% by 2020. "In fact, 15% is really low for the Great Lakes region," said Greenberg. Karl Hattopp also joined us from Clean Tech Recycling to show us what happens when we recycle correctly. Hattopp says that Clean Tech Recycling takes the recycled bottles such as laundry detergent bottles and water bottles and they turn them into pellets that are eventually turned back into bottles.

You know recycling has many benefits, including saving energy and conserving resources. However, Michigan ranks as one of the states with the fewest people who actually recycle, and not all who do recycle do it properly. Greenberg introduced the EGLE's new campaign effort with the "Recycling Raccoon Squad", who are encouraging people to know it before you throw it. The "squad" helps people by giving them the general rules of thumb when it comes to properly recycling so a reusable product can be made from it. For instance, many people do not know that plastic bags cannot be recycled.

Cities around the U.S. and world have already held, or will hold, events before the end of April to commemorate the 50th Earth Day, which is officially Monday. But before celebrating environmental awareness with various festivals, people had to recall the disaster that motivated the creation of Earth Day itself. Over the next five years, multiple lawsuits were filed against Union Oil to help pay for the damages. After seeing the damage from an airplane, Sen. Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin and environmental advocate Denis Allen Hayes were inspired to create Earth Day. In 1990, Earth Day became an international event.

My name is NinaMaria, and I'm an advocate of making the Earth a cleaner place to live. 4 Easy Things you can do to Reduce Plastic Waste:1) BYOB - Bring Your Own BagMore than 1 million plastic bags are used every minute (ecowatch.com). Just bringing your own reusable bags to the grocery store is already a huge step in helping our planet heal. 2) Stop buying water bottles and use a refillable oneUsing your own refillable water bottle is not only an easy and helpful alternative, it is also more cost-effective! Take account of all the plastic containers you use, most of these things can be recycled.

Sunday is Earth Day, and what better way to celebrate than help keep our planet clean. A good amount of people I interact with recycle when they can, while others really don't know how to recycle, or what to do when recycling. To help people that don't know how, here are some tips on how to properly recycle (all according to recycleacrossamerica.org.) Avoid plastic bags -- When you go to the grocery store, you typically bring home a load of plastic bags, right? However, not all plastics and metals are recyclable -- It is a rule of thumb to never recycle plastic or metal utensils, plastic bags (as mentioned earlier), plastic wraps/wrappers, Styrofoam or aluminum foil.

We all know recycling can be good for the community, and ahead of Earth Day this Sunday we found one place that makes it even better! E-Cycle Opportunities in Southfield specializes in getting rid of those big electronics you cannot take to your normal recycling center, and the workers there are happy to help. When looking for future employees, Lareau looks at what someone is able to do, not what they aren't able to do. The organization is looking out for the community by taking care of employees and the environment. If you have unwanted electronics you want to get rid of for Earth Day, E-Cycle Opportunities will be happy to help.