Earth Day isn’t just another day on the calendar - it’s a radical celebration of environmental activism, and San Francisco is leading the charge with heart, creativity, and serious climate cred.

This weekend, the Bay Area transformed into a green revolution playground, with youth taking center stage. At the Climate Action Youth Summit, over 3,000 students descended on Yerba Buena Gardens, proving that climate solutions aren’t just for grown-ups. Standout moment? Jefferson Elementary students who collected a mind-blowing 85 pounds of trash in just four days, becoming the district’s first plastic-free school. Mic drop.

Nature Meets Transit

BART stepped up its game by hosting nature walks that were anything but boring. Led by conservationist Jeff Miller, participants explored local wildlife and discussed habitat loss while proving public transit can be both eco-friendly and educational. Who knew commuting could be a nature expedition?

Green Business Takes Center Stage

The Green Business Expo and Earth Day Festival showcased local eco-innovations that’ll make climate deniers weep. From plant-based gel nail polish to live snake educational experiences, San Francisco proved once again why it’s the sustainability capital of cool.

The week isn’t over yet - Refuse Refuse is hosting citywide cleanups, transforming downtown and SoMa into pristine environmental zones. Climate action isn’t just a weekend gig; it’s a lifestyle.

So buckle up, planet lovers - San Francisco is showing the world how environmental activism gets done, one radical idea at a time.