News Release C01-02

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For Immediate Release (C01-02) Contact: William L. Rukeyser (916) 324-9670 Lisa DeVoe, Earth's 911 (602) 224-5444 April 19, 2001

States, NGOs and Celebrities Want to Make Every Day Earth Day: Through Community-Specific Information, Everyone Can Make a Difference

Sacramento Ca., April 19--The California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal/EPA) joins Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, Minnesota Office of Environmental Assistance (OEA), Florida DEP and all other states on the occasion of this 31st Earth Day celebration, to Make Every Day Earth Day by providing year round resources through the Earth's 911 hotline, 1-800-CLEANUP and Web site, www.CLEANUP.org. Earth Day 2001 is the day many people will choose to take an environmental initiative.

And when the day ends, there is an opportunity to make sure we keep this spirit alive for the next 364 days. Earth's 911 makes it easy for everyone to make a difference every day through its bilingual hotline and Web site that contain the only nationwide database of community-specific environmental resources and information.

"Earth Day is about educating people about doing something for the environment -a great message indeed," said Winston H. Hickox, Secretary of Environmental Protection of Cal/EPA, "But now in California and across the nation, we feel that we can realistically Make Every Day Earth Day, especially when all the information you need is available free to the public through the Internet and a toll-free hotline 24/7."

By simply calling toll-free 1-800-CLEANUP or visiting www.CLEANUP.org and entering a ZIP Code, people can access the locations of recycling centers and hazardous waste drop-offs, as well as review beach water quality (currently available in select cities), volunteer opportunities, an educational section and many tips to be more environmentally responsible in every community in the United States and Canada.

The energy challenge facing California is real. Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, see our Web sites at www.CalEPA.ca.gov.

NEWSROOMS:

As part of this announcement, public service announcements (PSAs) are attached so that you can use them to empower and engage the public on Earth Day and every day. These PSAs can be read on-air to empower your viewers, listeners or readers with how they to can Make Earth Day Every Day through Earth's 911. On April 22nd, celebrate Earth Day. After the celebration, call 1-800-CLEANUP or visit www.CLEANUP.org.

As the nation's official environmental hotline (1-800-CLEANUP) and Web site (www.CLEANUP.org), Earth's 911 is a unique Public and Private Sector Partnership with collaborative efforts between the Cal/EPA, U.S. EPA, National Governors' Association, all 50 states and thousands of local governments with the specific mission of empowering local residents with the information they need to get involved right in their own backyard. The Lead Partners of Earth's 911 that underwrite this amazing effort include Microsoft, Ford Motor Company, BP, The Home Depot and AT&T.

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The energy challenge facing California is real. Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, see the Web site, www.flexyourpower.ca.gov

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