Earth day is April 22. Everyday should be earth day. The earth deserves respect too. The earth gives us all the supplies we need to keep our world revolving. Show the earth some love and kindness everyday. Put trash where it belongs. Pick up trash and put it in a can. Keep the beaches clean and never throw trash in the water.
Origins of Earth Day:
Earth Day was founded in 1970 by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson. Earth Day is a world-wide celebration dedicated to the environmental awareness and protection. Earth Day is recognized in more than 193 countries and involves over 1 billion people.
Age of Our Planet:
The Earth’s geological age is estimated to be over four (4) billion years old.
Climate Disasters:
Since 1980, the U.S. has experienced 377 weather and climate disasters, including droughts, hurricanes, and wildfires, costing over $2.6 trillion.
Tree Population:
Earth is home to more than 3 trillion trees, which averages to about 400 trees per person. Save the trees!
Earth Day Flag:
Yes, Earth Day has its own flag!
Environmental Impact:
Earth Day raises awareness about protecting our planet’s natural resources for future generations. Help raise awareness by sharing how important earth day and everyday is to the environment.
Spring Equinox Connection:
Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 in the United States and on the day of the spring equinox elsewhere.
Environmental Laws and Movements:
Earth Day has inspired significant environmental laws and initiatives all around the world.
Climate Change Challenges:
The U.S. has faced some very extreme weather events due to climate change.
Plant a Tree:
Consider planting a tree to contribute to Earth’s beautiful and much needed greenery. We need more trees. Trees give us clean fresh oxygen to breathe. Next time you take a deep breath give a tree credit for all the hard work it does to produce oxygen.
Renewable Energy:
Explore clean energy sources like solar and wind power.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle:
Simple actions can make a big difference. Please don't litter. Reduce waste by buying only what is needed. There are some great ways to reuse and repurpose waste material. Recycle all material that can be reused or remade into something else. Remember to only recycle what can be recycled according to your state.
Educational Events:
Earth Day sometimes extends into Earth Week, with events that are focused on green living.
Individual Impact:
Each person’s choices matter in protecting the planet we live on. Help keep our planet clean for all of us and for the future generations.
Keep updated on the importance of keeping our environment clean. Remember, every day can be Earth Day when we take steps to care for our beautiful magnificent planet! 🌎🌿
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ReplyDeleteGod gave us the earth to take care of. We haven’t been doing too good of a job. Plants and trees are alive as well as flowers. We need to do better
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