April 22 is an important date that reminds people and authorities to protect the environment, to repair damaged ecosystems for a more sustainable life.
20 million people came out in protest in the US to demand a ban on oil spills in Santa Barbara in 1969. Since then, this day has played a role in raising environmental awareness.
The Paris Agreement, which was signed by nearly 200 countries to set a common goal to reduce global emissions, was signed on Earth Day in 2016.
According to the UN, International Earth Day is celebrated as a reminder that the Earth and its ecosystems provide us with life and food. "The healthier our ecosystems, the healthier the planet - and its people. Changing our damaged ecosystems will help end poverty, combat climate change, and prevent mass extinction. "But we will only succeed if everyone plays a role."
This year, earthday.org has selected the theme, "Invest in our planet". "This is the time to change everything - the business climate, the political climate and the way we take action on climate. Now is the time for unstoppable courage to preserve and protect our health, our families, our livelihood ... together , we must 'Invest in our planet'. " Earthday.org also warns that time is short.
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