Earth Day 2024: Why We Celebrate Earth Day On April 22?
Earth Day 2024: Every year, April 22 is celebrated as Earth Day, an annual event where people take time out to demonstrate their support for protecting the planet and its environment. This year, the theme of Earth Day 2024 is 'Planet vs. Plastics.' With this theme, the organisation aims to reduce plastic dependency and make the earth plastic-free.
Why We Celebrate Earth Day On April 22?
Gaylord Nelson, a Senator from Wisconsin, US, established Earth Day in response to growing concerns around pollution, biodiversity loss, and other ecological problems.
He was concerned about the fact after seeing the oil spill in Santa Barbara, California, in early 1969.
On April 22, 1970, over 20 million Americans participated in protests, rallies, and other events to demonstrate their support to protect the environment. This occurrence is broadly recognised as the inception of the modern environmental movement, which led to the establishment of the US Environmental Protection Agency and the passage of environmental laws like the Clean Water Act and the Clean Air Act.
Theme Of Earth Day 2024
The theme for Earth Day 2024 is "Planet vs. Plastics ." This theme emphasizes the need for collective action to repair and heal the planet's ecosystems, combat climate change, and preserve biodiversity.? ? ? ?
World Earth Day 2024: Significance
World Earth Day is significant because it provides an opportunity to raise awareness about environmental problems and inspire individuals to take necessary actions. The day is also observed to mobilize public support for environmental policies and promote sustainable practices that reduce the impact of human activities on the planet.
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