Introduction to Earth Day
Apr. 13, 2025
Updated Apr. 22, 2025 at 8:02 a.m. CDT
Each year, International Mother Earth Day, or Earth Day, is celebrated worldwide on April 22. It serves as an occasion to reflect on the importance of caring for our home and address serious challenges, such as climate change.
According to the United Nations website, the day is a call to action for the good of our planet, from reversing the trend of oceans filling with plastics to current climate events affecting millions of people, including extreme heat, wildfires and flooding.
Even the COVID-19 pandemic has been a worldwide health crisis directly linked to our ecosystem.
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What is Earth Day All About?
The call to action does not only mean tackling big goals, but also encourages commitment to small, everyday deeds that can make a difference.
The EarthDay.org website lists different actions people can take to contribute, from minimizing plastic use to thoughtful fashion consumption or volunteering for community clean-up efforts.
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How Earth Day was Born
In 1970, April 22 was first proclaimed as Earth Day, following an initiative of U.S. Sen. Gaylord Nelson that emerged as a response to the fallout from a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, Calif.
Starting in 1990, the date was then adopted by environmental groups around the world. And in 1992, the UN celebrated the Earth Summit in Río de Janeiro, giving another boost to the awareness campaign.
In 2009, the UN proclaimed the day via an official resolution.
Why is Earth Day Important?
Earth Day is important because it reminds us of the need to protect our planet and its resources. The day serves as a call to action, encouraging individuals, organizations, and governments to take steps to reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainability.
By celebrating Earth Day, we can raise awareness about the importance of environmental protection and inspire people to make changes in their daily lives to reduce their impact on the planet.
What Can You Do to Celebrate Earth Day?
There are many ways to celebrate Earth Day, from participating in local clean-up events to making changes in your daily life to reduce your environmental impact. Some ideas include:
- Reducing your use of plastics
- Using public transportation or biking or walking instead of driving
- Conserving water and energy
- Volunteering for a local environmental organization
Conclusion
Earth Day is an important reminder of the need to protect our planet and its resources. By celebrating this day and taking action to reduce our environmental impact, we can make a difference and promote sustainability. Remember, every small action counts, and together we can make a big impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about Earth Day:
- Q: What is Earth Day?
A: Earth Day is a day to celebrate and promote environmental protection and sustainability. - Q: When is Earth Day?
A: Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 every year. - Q: What can I do to celebrate Earth Day?
A: There are many ways to celebrate Earth Day, including reducing your use of plastics, using public transportation, conserving water and energy, eating a plant-based diet, and volunteering for a local environmental organization. - Q: Why is Earth Day important?
A: Earth Day is important because it reminds us of the need to protect our planet and its resources, and inspires people to make changes in their daily lives to reduce their environmental impact.
