#EarthOptimism

Today is #EarthDay . At this difficult and unprecedented time, we're sharing stories of #EarthOptimism: what's working to protect the future of our planet. By focusing on successes in conservation

SmithsonianLibraries

How can you stay optimistic about the environment in troubled times? A lot of people turn to art or books. In some cases - both. A few of the 1,000+

Sidedoor Podcast

Join us as we celebrate #EarthDay and our #EarthOptimism Summit! Throughout Sidedoor's many seasons we've talked to experts and conservationists from different fields across the Smithsonian. In Season 2,

Alexander von Humboldt is considered one of the fathers of modern environmentalism. He taught that all of nature was interconnected and warned about humanity’s ability to negatively impact the environment

Lonnie G. Bunch III

As a freshman at Howard University, I joined friends on the National Mall for the 1971 Earth Day celebration, a day of speeches, chants, and live music. "What are you

1/50 This week represents the 50th Earth Day! Since we can’t meet in person for traditional celebrations, let’s unite to make it as memorable as possible. I challenge myself to