EARTH DAY IS APRIL 22

Earth has its special day every year on April 22, although it should be celebrated every day as it is where we live. Earth Day was founded in 1970 when a Wisconsin senator organized an event to show and spread awareness about the environmental importance and impact on the planet. The first Earth Day had 20 million people participate around the U.S. These events helped pave the way for the passing of the Clean Air Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency.

Within another twenty years, Earth Day became widespread across many countries and was celebrated by many people. Earth Day is a day to mark significant accomplishments already made, but most notably, to bring awareness of current issues in the environment in which we live. A significant goal of having Earth Day once a year is to bring attention to the Earth. Imagine if every person picked up one piece of trash one day a year. Although a seemingly small and insignificant task, multiplied by many, it is highly impactful. April 22, 2023, will be the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, and the theme this year is: Invest in Our Planet. For more information on events around the world, check out www. earthday.org. •