Earth Day, every day in many ways

  • Posted: Thursday, May 12, 2016, 11:04 am

Y-12 employees planted trees as part of Earth Day 2016. The global theme this year was “Trees for the Earth.” Y-12 employees planted trees as part of Earth Day 2016. The global theme this year was “Trees for the Earth.”

Employees in Tennessee and Texas celebrated Earth Day in many ways. From beekeeping and recreational opportunities to celebrating the success of a wind farm and planting trees, employees had the opportunity to learn about sustainable activities at each site and in each region.

Employees at both sites also donated gently used athletic shoes to the MORE Foundation Group to assist in fighting poverty, hunger and global warming.

Employees planted a redbud on the North Ridge at the Overlook in support of the 2016 Earth Day theme, Trees for the Earth. A pink dogwood was also planted.Employees planted a redbud on the North Ridge at the Overlook in support of the 2016 Earth Day theme, Trees for the Earth. A pink dogwood was also planted.

Employees were able to learn about water measurement and monitoring at one of the Earth Day displays.Employees were able to learn about water measurement and monitoring at one of the Earth Day displays.

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