Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22. This date was established by the United Nations to raise awareness about the importance of caring for and preserving the environment.
The goal of this celebration is to promote the conservation of natural resources and foster environmental awareness worldwide. It serves as a reminder that Earth is a common good that we must care for and protect for future generations.
Earth Day provides an opportunity for citizens and governments around the world to take action to protect the planet and fight against climate change. Various activities and events are held, such as tree planting, beach and river cleanups, and recycling campaigns, among others.
History
The official designation, International Mother Earth Day, was established in 1970 by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson to raise awareness about environmental problems caused by overpopulation, pollution, loss of biodiversity, and other factors. This celebration aims to pay tribute to our planet, recognized as our home and mother, since without it, life would be impossible.
In 1972, the first international conference on the environment, known as the Stockholm Earth Summit, was held to sensitize world leaders to the importance of addressing environmental issues. The choice of April 22 as World Earth Day was made because it does not conflict with religious or national holidays.
Why is it important to celebrate this date?
It is important to commemorate Earth Day to create global awareness about the environmental problems our planet faces, such as pollution, climate change, loss of biodiversity, and overexploitation of natural resources. This date invites us to reflect on our relationship with the environment and to take steps to protect and preserve it for future generations.
Moreover, it reminds us of the importance of acting responsibly and sustainably in our daily lives, to reduce our environmental impact and promote a healthier and more sustainable future for all.
Quotes
- “The Earth does not belong to us; we belong to the Earth.”
- “One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.”
- “The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share.”
- “We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.”
- “Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.”
- “It is our collective and individual responsibility to preserve and tend to the world in which we all live.”
- “What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another.”
- “Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but not every man’s greed.”
- “There is no planet B. We have to take care of the one we have.”
- “Time spent among trees is never time wasted.”
- “To harm the earth is to heap contempt on its creator.”
- “Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”
- “Conservation is a state of harmony between men and land.”
- “Climate change is the environmental challenge of this generation, and it is imperative that we act before it’s too late.”
- “Every day is Earth Day, and I vote we start investing in a secure climate future right now.”
- “The earth is the root and source of our culture.” – Rigoberta Menchú
- “The dichotomy between development and sustainability is false. Without a planet, there is no economy worth mentioning.” – Al Gore
- “Whatever happens to the earth, happens to the children of the earth.” – Noah Sealth (Chief Seattle)
- “Humans do not know what they have on earth. It could be because most have never had the chance to leave it and then return to it.” – James Russell Lowell
- “The earth is insulted and offers its flowers as a response.” – Rabindranath Tagore
- “Only nature performs great works without expecting any reward.” – Alexandr I. Herzen
- “A nation that destroys its soils destroys itself. Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt
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