Every year we celebrate World Earth Day globally on April 22. The day is dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues and encouraging actions to protect the planet. This big day is a reminder to safeguard our earth. On this day, millions of people around the world come forward to preserve earth's natural beauty and its resources. The day seeks to motivate individuals, organisations, and governments to collaborate in building a more sustainable future
Updated On: 2025-04-22 12:18 PM IST
Compiled by : Prashasti Sudhakar
Origin
World Earth Day was first celebrated on April 22 in 1970. It was founded by US Senator Gaylord Nelson and environmental activist Denis Hayes. The aim was to highlight the environmental crisis and the pollution resulting from industrialisation in the United States
Significance
At a time when we face global warming and climate change, the day emphasises the importance of protecting our planet and promotes global environmental awareness and action.
Numbers
More that 20 million people participated in first Earth Day celebration on April 22 in 1970
Theme
This year's theme for World Earth Day is “Our Power, Our Planet.” It focuses on strategies to achieve the 'Triple clean electricity' goal by 2030 by using the renewable energy sources
Anniversary
As people around the world get ready to celebrate World Earth Day 2025, it also marks the 55th anniversary since the day was formed, and still remains relevant, as it is the need of the hour now more than ever
