To the Fairfax County Community,
In April 1970, 20 million Americans participated in the first Earth Day to call attention to environmental degradation and to insist on a better future for people and the planet. As a result of this monumental movement, many landmark environmental policies in the United States, including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act, were enacted.
Our plans for 2020 have shifted because of COVID-19, but the priorities of Fairfax County remain the same, including our commitment to fighting climate change and reducing greenhouse gases.
That's why we launched the Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination last year. We continue to move forward with the Fairfax County Community-wide Energy and Climate Action Plan. This will create a greenhouse gas inventory, emission reduction goals, and strategies for the community.
During this time, we need to be grateful for clean air, clean water, and green spaces. Fairfax County alone has over 200 miles of trails. Learn how you can take action on Earth Day and every day here.