Keep Columbus Beautiful Launches Week-Long Earth Day Events to Promote Sustainability
Keep Columbus Beautiful (KCB) is organizing a series of events to celebrate Earth Day, aiming to promote environmental stewardship and sustainability. The events, which begin on April 18 and run through April 25, include city cleanups, recycling challenges, composting initiatives, and energy awareness activities. Lisa Thomas-Cutts, the executive director of KCB, emphasizes the importance of engaging the public in these initiatives. The week kicks off with cleanups at various city locations, followed by the 'Fill the Bin Challenge' on April 20, encouraging residents to recycle and share their efforts on social media. Composting opportunities are highlighted on April 21 at the Columbus Botanical Garden. Earth Day, April 22, focuses on energy conservation, while April 23 and 24 feature social media engagement and water conservation tips, respectively. The week concludes with a free paper shredding event on April 25, aimed at promoting recycling and protecting personal information. 
