The United States Army joins our Nation on April 22nd to commemorate Earth
Day 2016. On this occasion, we renew our commitment to protect the environment and
preserve the lands entrusted to the Army-lands that enable our combat readiness and
our ability to defend this great Nation.
The Army takes tremendous pride in its sound environmental stewardship. As a
result, we continue to lead the Federal Government in initiatives that sustain habitats
and territories. In 2016, we pledge to focus on inspiring even greater awareness and
appreciation of the surroundings and conditions in which we live and operate, and the
role they play in ensuring our Army remains ready and resilient. Our efforts will
Acknowledge the Past by restoring Army lands and preserving cultural and historical
resources. We will Engage the Present by meeting today's environmental standards
while also enabling Army operations, and protecting Soldiers, Families, and Civilians.
Finally, we will Chart the Future by bringing the best practices and technologies to bear,
thereby ensuring future environmental resiliency. These initiatives will safeguard the
vitality of our lands and protect the communities where our Soldiers, Families, and
Civilians live, work, and play.
Equally important, we are addressing the implications of climate change and
assessing its associated risks to national security. We continue to seek and employ
technological innovations and energy solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions
and mitigate climate change. The Army is committed to leading the way by reducing
energy consumption, repurposing and recycling, and enhancing the resiliency and
readiness of our installations through energy efficiency and renewable energy use.
As our Army celebrates Earth Day 2016, please join us in protecting the
environment, enabling Soldiers' readiness, and securing the environmental future for
our citizens and our Nation. We encourage everyone to join in these efforts by learning
more about the Army's environmental initiatives. Every day around the world, you can
make a difference. Army Strong!
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