Is Earth Day still relevant? Coming up on its 48th anniversary, the day dedicated to celebrate the planet may not seem so relevant as it once was. We're all recycling, right? Here are 10 reasons Earth Day is as important as ever. 

These reasons are all related, so working on even one or two of them can help a broader area of concerns. You may be surprised, that recycling is itself a method of last resort to protect the environment. Finding ways to reduce the waste stream beforehand are better yet. 

1. The world's children

ATTEND TUESDAY EVENING WATER BOARD MEETING AND TELL YOUR REPRESENTATIVES NOT TO SIGN ON WITH CADIZ! 

Sierra Club Angeles Chapter has been part of the Don't Waste LA Coalition for over 7 years advocating for clean air, zero waste and healthier communities.

Join us on March 7th and show your support for the RECYCLA!

Let's imagine natural flowing water throughout much of the L.A. Basin. It's not such a far-fetched idea. The watershed of Ballona Creek encompasses 130 square miles, from Griffith Park and Mulholland Highway to Westchester and South LA, to Dodger Stadium and USC. But almost all the creek and its tributaries are in concrete channels, and much of it is buried in underground storm drains. All that can be changed.