Today marks the celebration of Día de la Tierra, also known as Earth Day – a yearly event that focuses on raising awareness and promoting environmental protection. (https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2021/) Earth Day was first celebrated on April 22, 1970, and since then, it has been observed by people all around the globe. (https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/earth-day)
This day provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to come together and take action towards preserving the planet. Many events are organized worldwide, ranging from beach cleanups to tree-planting activities. (https://www.nationalgeographic.org/article/earth-day-2021-toolkit/) The theme for this year’s Earth Day is “Restore Our Earth,” wherein the focus is on repairing the damage that has been done to the planet instead of just preventing it. (https://time.com/5958071/myanmar-puts-rights-behind-environment/)
Many initiatives have been launched to support the cause of environmental protection. Disney, for instance, has launched the “Magic of Nature” campaign, which encourages young children to get involved in conservation efforts by showcasing the beauty of nature through animation. (https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/disney-trumpet-wonders-earth-disney-experience-celebrate-earth-day-raising-n1264527)
Social media is also being used as a tool to raise awareness about Earth Day. Several campaigns have been launched on various platforms, such as the “Digital EarthStrike” campaign, which urges individuals to voice their concerns for the environment on social media. (https://e360.yale.edu/digest/on-earth-day-activists-plan-a-digital-earthstrike-on-social-media)
While Earth Day is a day of celebration and awareness, it serves as a reminder that individual actions make a difference, and everyone needs to play their part in protecting the planet. It is a call to action for everyone to take small steps towards reducing their carbon footprint and contributing towards a cleaner, greener, and healthier world.
