Events with tag - Environmental Protection

March 31, 1933

Civilian Conservation Corps Establishment

The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was established as a groundbreaking federal work program to combat the Great Depression, providing employment to millions of young men while preserving America's natural resources.

January 1, 1960

Coal Mining Environmental Regulations Evolution

The transformation of coal mining regulations in the United States, marking a crucial shift from uncontrolled mining practices to comprehensive environmental protection standards in the 1960s. This change revolutionized the industry's approach to environmental stewardship and worker safety.

October 18, 1972

Clean Water Act and Mississippi River

The Clean Water Act of 1972 marked a pivotal moment in Mississippi River's environmental protection, establishing comprehensive federal regulations for water pollution control and transforming the river's management through strict pollutant discharge limitations.

September 15, 2005

River Road National Scenic Byway Designation

The River Road National Scenic Byway, a historic 22-mile route along Michigan's Au Sable River, received National Scenic Byway status from the Federal Highway Administration, recognizing its archaeological, historic, natural, recreational, and scenic qualities.