The Natural and Environmental Sciences Association and the National Association of Environmental Professionals, two student organizations, will also attend. Both events are free and refreshments will be provided. According to Jim Lester, director of the Institute, the message of Earth Day has been diluted by popular events and commercial activities. Human support systems have degraded the life support systems of the earth. Lester believes education about the issues - pollution, habitat loss, excessive consumption, etc.
American society is the most materialistic and consumptive in the world.
We need to hear the Earth Day message loud and clear. The Institute and the two student organizations had booths at the festival and provided information about the importance of Earth Day. Lisa Gossett, the National Association of Environmental Professionals faculty advisor, said it is important to be aware of the environment all year long.