dec 2, 1970 - Establishment of Environmental Protection Agency
Description:
The EPA was created over increased environmental concern from the public, with events such as the Cuyahoga River Fire, deteriorating air quality, and others leading President Nixon to create a plan to fix these issues, with the EPA as part of that plan. It is significant because it is the biggest government organization that can regulate companies and individuals over environmental issues.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 2, 1970
Now
~ 54 years ago