From Earth Day 1970 to 2022: A story of progress
The rise of solar power since the first Earth Day is just one example of how far we’ve come
Milestones
Milestones we’ve shared on the path to a greener future.
Cleaner air to breathe and cleaner water to drink. Cleaner energy to power our lives and a more livable climate for our children and their children. A greater abundance of open spaces and wildlife. These are among the milestones that our staff, members and supporters have achieved on the path to a greener, healthier future.
The Latest on Milestones
Statement: Fed govt. approves nation’s largest wind farm off Virginia’s coast
Updates
Solar power nation’s second-largest electricity source for 5 hours
Community solar had its best year yet in 2024
Global solar capacity on cusp of producing enough electricity to power 100 million average US households
Featured Resources
Timeline of clean water milestones
Milestones: America’s streams regain protection
Milestones: A race to protect Mass. rivers is won
Milestones: NJ’s ‘polluters’ playground’ exposed
The Latest
Renewable energy provides more than 30% of nation’s electricity
Wind and solar energy grew in first 4 months of 2024, while dirty energy sources declined
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Energy Department announces national definition of a zero emissions building
Guideline will help contractors build quality, energy-efficient buildings for millions of Americans
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
New York first in nation to deploy clean energy home rebates
Rebates for home energy assessments, heat pumps and electrical upgrades and insulation will help New Yorkers save money and reduce pollution
U.S. surpasses five million solar installations
Residential solar systems make up 97 percent of solar installations in the United States.