Earth Day: Celebrating and Protecting the Planet
Earth Day, celebrated on April 22nd each year, is a global event that began in 1970 to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable practices. It was the brainchild of Senator Gaylord Nelson, who wanted to create a day when people could come together to focus on environmental issues and create positive change.
Earth Day has since grown into a global event with more than a billion people from over 190 countries participating in various ways. It’s a time to reflect on our impact on the planet and take action to protect it for future generations. Earth Day is important because it reminds us of our responsibility to care for the planet and encourages us to make positive changes in our daily lives.
In recognition of the growing importance of environmental issues, Earth Day has evolved into Earth Month, which takes place throughout April.
Why Earth Day and Earth Month are Important
Earth Month is important because it helps to remind us of our responsibility to care for the planet.
It’s an opportunity to educate ourselves and others about the environmental challenges we face, such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity.
By raising awareness, we can inspire people to take action and make positive changes in their daily lives.
Planting Trees during Earth Month
One of the most effective ways to combat climate change and protect the environment is by planting trees.
Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen, making them natural air purifiers.
They also help to reduce the amount of heat-trapping greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, which can lower the temperature of the planet.
Planting trees with Play It Green also has a social impact as our tree planting partner employs whole communities to plant, monitor and protect the trees we plant.
Not only that but 10% of every 50p given to plant a tree will be regiven to a local charity increasing the social impact of an already amazing action.
Why Plant Trees during Earth Month?
Planting trees during Earth Month is a great way to celebrate and honour the planet.
Trees are essential for the health and well-being of the earth, and planting them is a tangible way to make a positive impact.
Trees provide habitats for wildlife, prevent soil erosion, and improve air and water quality.
Planting trees is also a fun and rewarding activity that can be done with friends, family, or co-workers.
By taking part in Play It Green’s Earth Month tree planting campaign through your forest garden, you can plant trees and share the campaign link to engage others to do the same.
Using your Forest Garden Campaign for Earth Month
Any Play It Green member can use the campaign functionality of their forest garden to join the Play It Green Earth Month campaign.
Simply log into your Forest Garden, select the ‘campaigns’ tab from your impact display and then click join the campaign button.
Following this, you will be shown a list of active campaigns and simply select the “Rooted in Sustainability: Plant Trees for Earth Month” campaign.
As long as you have a chosen charity, any trees planted via the campaign will generate 10% for your charity too.
Once the campaign is selected, you can share the link via any platform and anyone can then plant trees to support Earth Month – how amazing is that!
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint for Earth Month
As well as planting trees to honour our planet, reducing our carbon footprint is another way to celebrate Earth Day and Earth Month.
We can do this by reducing energy consumption, recycling, using public transport, and eating a plant-based diet.
By making small changes in our daily lives, we can reduce our impact on the environment and help to create a more sustainable future.
Why not make an extra special effort to action our weekly tips for earth month, after all, we make them just for you!
By changing four things during the month, you will definitely lower your footprint.
Celebrate Earth Month with Eco-Friendly Activities
There are many eco-friendly activities that you can do to celebrate Earth Day and Earth Month.
How about hosting a zero-waste picnic, cleaning up a local park or beach, or volunteering at a local environmental organisation?
These activities not only help to protect the planet but also provide an opportunity to connect with nature and like-minded individuals.
Furthermore, by doing this as part of a community, you magnify not only your own impact but that of others around you!
Time to get doing!
In conclusion, Earth Day and Earth Month are important events that raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable practices.
By planting trees, reducing our carbon footprint, and celebrating with eco-friendly activities, we can all make a positive impact on the planet. Let’s all take part in Earth Month and do our part to protect the environment for future generations.
Join the Play It Green Earth Month Tree planting campaign today!
Not sure how to start a campaign? Please get in touch using the button above or email info@playitgreen.com.
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