This April 22, the world marks the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, a celebration of our planet’s natural beauty and the importance of protecting it. The day was first observed in 1970, when 20 million people attended inaugural events across the country, demanding cleaner air and water.
Today, people can still get involved by doing small acts of kindness, such as picking up trash or donating to reforestation efforts. Some popular activities include volunteering at a beach clean-up, cooking with sustainable produce, or signing petitions related to environmental issues. You can also try Meatless Monday, which aims to reduce meat consumption and promote plant-based eating.
Experts emphasize the importance of remaining positive about the future, sharing ideas and cultivating collective optimism. By working together, we can create a better world for ourselves and future generations.
Earth Day serves as a symbol of the environmental movement, acknowledging our planet’s role in providing for us and ways to protect its beauty. As Sarah Davies, director of communications and media at EarthDay.org, says, “There’s never been another event as big as that anywhere in the world.”
Source: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/04/22/earth-day-2025-explained-activities/83015143007