Hello Everyone! Today is "World Earth Day" 2022. Celebrated annually on April 22, is a reminder to protect the environment, restore damaged ecosystems and live a more to sustainable life. First celebrated in 1970, this year marks its 52nd anniversary.
The story so far: Every year, people across the world celebrate Earth day on April 22 to show their support for the protection of the Earth and the environment. Events on the day include plantation drives, protest, awareness sessions, competitions for children, and so one. Earth day is believed to be on of the largest civic observances in the world.
###Why do we celebrate Earth day?
The first-ever Earth day was celebrated in 1970 and is attributed to Gaylord Nelson, a U.S. politician who served as a Governor and a Senator during his career. In 1969, Santa Barbara in California was ravaged by a massive oil spill which served as a motivation for the senator to work towards the protection of the environment.
###What was the impact of the first Earth Day?
By the end of 1970, the U.S.had set up the United States Environmental protection Agency to take care of matters related to Environmental protection. The country also passed several environment-related laws including National Environmental Education Act, the Occupational safety and Health Act, and the clean air Act.
The Clean WaterAct was passed by the U.S. Congress 2 years later, in 1972. This was followed by the Endangered Species Act enacted in 1973.
###What is the theme for the 2022 Earth Day?
The theme of this year's Earth Day is "invest in our planet". The focus is on activities that promote a partnership between business, Governments, and citizens for urgent action towards environment all protection in order to ensure a sustainable future.
