We've managed to make it through a quarter of a year! 2017 is certainly flying by supremely fast! We've also made it to another earth day! Every day is Earth Day for us here at Green News Guide. We're always brainstorming and thinking of ways that we can improve this great big home that we call Earth! Some facts about the history of Earth Day : The very first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970 Gaylord Nelson, a Wisconsin senator, felt that public consciousness was necessary Nelson along with Pete Mcclosky organized the first ever earth day in 1970. Over 20 million people gathered together for a peaceful demonstration and to also raise public awareness about environmental issues. Senator Nelson was granted the presidential medal of freedom by Bill Clinton in 1995 for being the founder of earth day! As we ponder current concerns today, such as air and water pollution, energy usage, conservation, and global warming, let's remember and honor the man who pioneered the ea...