Every day, heart-warming moments take place in our 10 parks and their local communities – moments made possible by people who are committed to making a difference. Whether rescuing a stranded whale in the middle of the night or coordinating a fundraiser to protect endangered wolves, our team members join forces with government officials, conservation partners and people in our local communities to make the world a better place.

Today, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is joining businesses and communities across the nation for America Recycles Day.

Our daily recycling efforts are an integral part of our commitment to conserve the world we share. This year our parks recycled more than 6 million pounds of cans, bottles, cardboard, scrap metal, office paper, shrink wrap, and plastic. These efforts to reduce waste improve the environment and help foster a more sustainable planet.

In just four months, more than $1 million has been pledged to wildlife conservation efforts around the world thanks to vacationing families participating in the new “SeaWorld Cares” program.

The program was launched in April and allowed families to receive a discounted child ticket and have the entire admission price donated to wildlife conservation. Families participating in the program are helping save polar bears in the Arctic, inspiring kids to spend more time outdoors, protecting coral reefs and supporting wildlife projects worldwide.

On July 8, SeaWorld Orlando released five Kemp's Ridley sea turtles - displaced by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico - into Gullivan Key near Marco Island, Fla. This particular body of water is popular habit for these endangered reptiles.

Tune in to the CBS Early Show this Tuesday, June 15 to see SeaWorld vet Dr. Pam Yochem address the issue of the Gulf oil spill. Yochem will present several animals native to the Gulf area, explaining exactly how these species will be affected by the disaster -- and how SeaWorld is prepared to help.

When: Tuesday, June 15

Time: 8-9am

At SeaWorld and Busch Gardens our commitment to conservation has been a core value for more than five decades. From helping rescue and rehabilitate injured animals to adopting environmentally-friendly business practices, we strive to help preserve the world we share.