What is Earth Day 2025? Everything you need to know about date, theme, and celebrations
Earth Day, celebrated worldwide every year, brings people together to honor the planet and raise awareness about environmental sustainability.
Earth Day is a global event where people come together to celebrate and honor our planet by promoting environmental awareness and sustainability. This year, Earth Day will be observed on Tuesday, April 22. While it isn't a federally recognized holiday, it is widely acknowledged worldwide as an important occasion to reflect on our relationship with nature and take action toward preserving it.
This year, Earth Day's theme is "Our power, our planet", emphasizes the crucial role renewable energy plays in addressing climate change. The call to action is clear: we must unite to triple the use of clean energy by 2030.
When is Earth Day celebrated?
Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 every year, in 2025 it is on a Tuesday. It's followed closely to Arbor Day, which is celebrated on the last Friday on April.
Why is important to celebrate Earth Day?
The first Earth Day took place in 1970, when 20 million people across the United States participated in events at schools, universities, and public spaces. This movement was spurred by growing concerns over climate change and pollution.
The event was organized by Dennis Hayes, who was a student at the time and now serves on the board of Earthday.org. Around one in ten Americans joined the cause in 1970, advocating for cleaner air and water. Their efforts led to the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Clean Air Act., and the Clean Water Act.
How to celebrate Earth Day?
Here are some ideas to honor the planet, courtesy of the Old Farmer's Almanac:
- Choose more plant-based meals to lower your carbon footprint.
- Plant a tree.
- Conserve water.
- Clean up plastic waste in your neighbourhood.
- Compost or repurpose food scraps.
- Stay hydrated with a reusable water bottle.
- Avoid single-use plastic bag and containers.
- Teach kids to appreciate nature and plants.