The circular economy –
What is it and why does it matter?
The circular economy is a regenerative system designed to reduce waste by keeping products and resources in circulation.
Celebrate Earth Day 2025
How Businesses and Communities Can Power the Planet
From clean energy to waste diversion, we all have the power to make an impact. RTS helps businesses and communities reduce waste and create lasting environmental change
This Year’s Theme: Our Power, Our Planet
Unite for a cleaner, more sustainable future.
This Earth Day, we’re harnessing the collective power of individuals, communities, and businesses to accelerate the shift to clean energy and climate solutions. Learn how renewable energy, sustainable waste practices, and people-powered action can transform our planet — and how you can be part of that change.
The Circular Economy
The circular economy –
Reuse, Reuse, Reuse – The Best Websites for Swapping Your Stuff
Swap websites help keep second-hand goods moving, providing an opportunity to make environmentally conscious choices.
LEED v5
LEED v5
Leading the Way to a Low-Carbon Future
The latest evolution of LEED redefines what it means to build sustainably—prioritizing decarbonization, human health, resilience, and environmental equity.
Discover how LEED v5 can help you design and operate buildings that are better for people and the planet.
Incentivize and optimize recycling with Cycle
Incentivize and optimize recycling with Cycle
The Most Rewarding Way to Recycle
Cycle™ makes it easy to turn everyday recycling into climate action. By empowering individuals and businesses to return bottles and cans with real-time impact tracking, we’re closing the loop — and powering a cleaner, more circular future.
Learn how Cycle™ can help your organization reduce waste and engage your community in sustainability.
Earth Day Spotlight
Ravens and RTS Launch Partnership to Drive Sustainable Innovation at M&T Bank Stadium
Aligned with the spirit of environmental responsibility and community impact, the Baltimore Ravens have partnered with Recycle Track Systems (RTS) to elevate sustainability efforts at M&T Bank Stadium. The three-year collaboration brings together cutting-edge, AI-powered waste solutions and fan-focused recycling initiatives to reduce landfill waste and support a cleaner, greener Baltimore.
Composting Programs
Download our Composting Guide and share it with your team, community,
or organization to help grow a greener movement together!
Families and Students
Every year on April 22, Earth Day is celebrated across the world. The first Earth Day occurred more than 50 years ago when a senator from Wisconsin organized a demonstration to raise awareness about environmental issues. Today, Earth Day is recognized in 190 countries to highlight the importance of taking care of our planet.
Keep scrolling to watch the lesson plan, complete the activities, take the Earth Day Quiz and get your Earth Day Expert certificate!
Complete the activities. Take the quiz. Get your certificate.
Complete the Activities
Earth Day Superhero
Imagine yourself as a superhero and dream up powers to protect the planet.
Match the Materials
Sort common items into the right bins—trash, recycle, or compost!
Scavenger Hunt
Explore your surroundings and spot everyday Earth-friendly items.
Earth Day Expert Quiz
Congrats! You’re an Earth Day Expert
Get your certificate below to share it with your family, friends, + teachers.