4/18/22 - It's Earth Week In Michigan

Governor Whitmer recognized Monday, April 18, as the start of Earth Week in Michigan.

Friday will mark the 52nd celebration of Earth Day in the U.S.

Gov. Whitmer highlighted recent big investments in infrastructure throughout the state, saying “I am proud of the investments we have made to protect our Great Lakes, improve our parks, and preserve public land.” 

I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim  

April 18-24, 2022  EARTH WEEK  

WHEREAS, together, we can overcome environmental challenges and leave our future generations with cleaner air and water and a healthier environment; and, 

WHEREAS, since April 22, 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated annually across the globe to confront our most pressing environmental issues and to unite around a shared mission of protecting the environment we live in and providing our future generations with a safe and sustainable future; and, 

WHEREAS, Earth Day is a valuable opportunity to renew our commitment to preserving and protecting our Earth through community service, responsible stewardship, and daily practices; and, 

WHEREAS, although we have made some progress over the years, the global community still faces challenges including climate change, environmental destruction, deforestation, and air and water pollution; and,  

WHEREAS, each and every one of us can contribute to protecting and preserving the planet we share through individual acts such as making our next meal plant-based, using reusable bags, and reducing plastic waste; and,  

WHEREAS, at a community level, we can adapt education systems to enhance climate and environmental literacy, advocate for climate action at our schools and workplaces, and volunteer at local environmental organizations; and,  

WHEREAS, in 2020, my administration announced the MI Healthy Climate Plan, which aims to protect Michiganders’ public health and the environment and help develop new clean energy jobs by putting Michigan on a path towards becoming fully carbon-neutral by 2050; and, 

WHEREAS, during this week, and especially on Earth Day we should appreciate the planet we live on, recognize the many environmental issues we are facing, and recommit ourselves to doing our part to “Invest In Our Planet,” as this year’s Earth Day theme calls for; 

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim April 18-24, 2022 as Earth Week and April 22, 2022 as Earth Day in Michigan.