Earth Day, also called Earth Day 🌍, is an annual day celebrated around the world on April 22 since 1970. This day was created to raise public awareness of environmental issues and the importance of conserving our planet for future generations. 🌱🌿

It was US Senator Gaylord Nelson, a staunch defender of the environment and civil rights, who created this day. On April 22, 1970, the first Earth Day was celebrated in the United States with street protests, community events, conferences, and environmental forums. This day mobilized more than 20 million people across the United States and became the starting point of the modern environmental movement. 🌳🌷

The goal of Earth Day was to raise awareness about environmental issues, such as air and water pollution, the destruction of natural habitats, and the disappearance of animal species. This day also contributed to the passage of important environmental laws in the United States, such as the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act. 🐬🐢🌊

Since its inception, Earth Day has been celebrated annually around the world with a variety of events, from beach and river cleanups to sustainability conferences and awareness-raising activities in schools and communities. local. This is an important opportunity to reiterate the importance of protecting our planet and working together to create a more sustainable future for all. 🌎🌻

Unfortunately, our planet faces several environmental problems that threaten our future and that of our children. The most important are climate change, air and water pollution, deforestation and loss of biodiversity. These problems are interconnected, and solutions must be holistic and inclusive to resolve the problems in a sustainable manner. Individuals, governments, businesses and society as a whole must work together to protect our planet and ensure a sustainable future for all. 🌿🌲

But don't worry, there are lots of little things everyone can do to help protect the environment! For example, you can reduce your energy consumption by turning off unused lights and electronics, use energy-efficient LED bulbs, and opt for energy-efficient electronics. 🌞💡

You can also reduce your carbon footprint by using public transportation, carpooling, cycling or walking, and by reducing your consumption of meat and animal products. Additionally, you can reduce your waste by recycling, composting, and reusing items as much as possible. Finally, you can support businesses and organizations working to create a more sustainable world by choosing eco-friendly products and participating in awareness events and initiatives.

For longer-term actions, we are going to present to you an association that is particularly close to our hearts: 1% for the planet .

Are you going to tell me what the link is? Well, the connection between Earth Day and 1% for the Planet is that both aim to raise awareness and mobilize people to take action to protect our planet. Earth Day encourages awareness and education on environmental issues, while 1% for the Planet encourages businesses to make donations to support environmental organizations.

1% for the Planet is a nonprofit organization that encourages businesses and individuals to financially support environmental organizations around the world. Founded in 2002 by Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard and Craig Mathews, the organization is committed to helping solve environmental issues by encouraging businesses and individuals to donate at least 1% of their annual revenue to approved environmental organizations.

How it works ?

1% for the Planet members can choose from a list of approved environmental organizations to support, or nominate their own organization for endorsement. Since its founding, the organization has raised millions of dollars to support environmental projects around the world, ranging from conserving biodiversity to fighting climate change to protecting water and promotion of sustainable practices in companies.

Today, 1% for the Planet has more than 3,000 members in more than 60 countries, and continues to encourage businesses and individuals to take action for the environment by donating a portion of their turnover. business to support local and global environmental projects and we are happy to be part of it 😍😍

Besides, did you know that even before we joined this association we had already dedicated the 1% to our name? Hence the 71%!

Earth Day is therefore an important opportunity to remind everyone that we all have a role to play in protecting our planet and creating a sustainable future for all. By working together, we can make a positive difference and help preserve our beautiful planet for generations to come. 🌍🌿