Let's make this birthday one to remember.

56 years old (Born on September 20, 1968)

Happy Birthday, Van Jones! Another year wiser and still rocking the green collar economy like nobody's business. From topping bestseller lists to making Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People list—seriously, is there anything you haven't done yet? Your tireless advocacy for environmental justice and civil rights continues to inspire us all.

Here's hoping your birthday celebration leaves a smaller carbon footprint than your impressive career has left on society. Keep fighting the good fight with that trademark passion—we're counting on you (and secretly wondering if there's an eco-friendly cake involved). Cheers to another groundbreaking year ahead!