Anything that nudges people towards being more responsible and considerate is crucial, and Earth Day definitely falls into that category. But here's where it gets tricky: when something genuinely good becomes mainstream, people start doing things just to appear cool on social media. What is much worse is when businesses start to use it for marketing or when political parties build their campaigns on false promises to win over some votes.
"What is much worse is when businesses start to use it for marketing or when political parties build their campaigns on false promises to win over some votes."
For over fifty years now, Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22nd, raising awareness about environmental issues and trying to inspire positive change. The aim is to encourage people to participate in various activities that promote environmental awareness and sustainable life - planting trees, picking up litter, saving energy and water, supporting environmental organizations, advocating for policy changes, and educating others about environmental issues.
Well, that all sounds lovely, right? However, there might be several reasons why ecologically active people might not celebrate this day at all:
But here is the thing: this international day can still be a great chance to get more people involved in environmental issues and inspire collective action. It's a wake-up call that we've all got a role to play in taking care of our planet - not just for one day, but every day.
"It's a wake-up call that we've all got a role to play in taking care of our planet - not just for one day, but every day."
Some may see it as just a symbolic gesture, for some, it's actually just a good marketing opportunity. But hopefully, for the majority, it's the needed encouragement to adopt sustainable practices. So, yes, it's more than just a pat on the back; it's a call to action.