This week people around the world celebrated the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. You might remember that last week's STEMinist featured lots of ways to participate in environmental efforts from home and we wanted to keep that momentum going! After all, we can all do our part to celebrate and help our planet every day , not just on Earth Day. EarthShare released a great guide to celebrate Earth month online with a lot of ways to protect and enhance our environment from home while connecting with others who are equally invested in the planet's health.

Exelon also does its part in helping the planet by executing on its environmental policy in the areas where we work and serve our communities. One example of our work includes our formal commitment to the Wildlife Habitat Council to restore and enhance habitats at our facilities and along rights of way under power lines. This includes the restoration of fragile ecosystems, control of invasive species, and the nurturing of pollinator habitats.

Steve Spangler, American TV personality, author, and science teacher, is known for his funny, unconventional and engaging science demonstrations. He first came to fame in 2005 with his Mentos Diet Coke Experiment in which he taught millions via YouTube how to turn an ordinary bottle of soda into an erupting geyser of fun.

Check out one of his live performances at the 5th USA Science & Engineering Festival Expo. in April 2018.

The USA Science and Engineering Festival website has a lot of great videos about various STEM subjects. This week we're highlighting a talk given by Stephanie Hill on her journey and lessons as an "accidental engineer." Stephanie's story is inspiring and she now serves as the Vice President and General Manager of Lockheed Martin's Ship & Aviation Systems business. You'll also learn a ton about the various types of engineers and what they do to make science work in the real world.