Communities Organize Earth Day Cleanups Across US, Canada

Communities and institutions across North America marked Earth Day 2025 with events emphasizing environmental cleanup, sustainability, and community engagement. At UMass Amherst, the annual Earth Day Extravaganza brought together a record 180 vendors for a celebration of sustainability and climate positivity, highlighting student initiatives and the importance of local action amid national policy rollbacks. In San Diego’s 92129 area, volunteers participated in a community cleanup and celebration to promote environmental awareness and support a future community garden. The Columbia Valley held a region-wide cleanup at Kinsmen Beach, encouraging residents to collect litter and support conservation efforts, with incentives like prize draws and donations for ongoing environmental projects. At Mount Saint Vincent University, the community cleaned the campus and launched an e-bike rental program, offering a new sustainable transportation option and further fostering eco-friendly initiatives. Across these events, a common theme emerged: local action and community involvement are vital in tackling environmental challenges and building a sustainable future.