April is #EarthMonth and #CitizenScience Month!
How is NOAA addressing climate change, extreme weather, pollution and more? And how can you make a difference? Explore our Earth Day portal to find out! Be sure to check back throughout the month of April for the latest news, features and Earth Month content.
Features across NOAA
A few years ago, snow crab populations in Alaska collapsed. Hear how NOAA biologists solved the mystery of what happened to them.
Microplastics pollution is a growing concern, affecting coastal communities, marine ecosystems, human health, and the economy.
Learn how NOAA scientists are studying and tracking changes in our environment to better understand and respond to climate change.
For teachers and students
In honor of Earth Day 2024, we’re sharing success stories from education programs that made positive, tangible changes related to this year’s theme: Planet vs. Plastics.
Discover some of the ways communities can become more resilient.
From "Trash Talk" to a coral comeback, enjoy our Earth Day-themed videos.
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