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Earth Day 2025: Date, history and significance of this day

Earth Day reminds us to protect nature. It is a time to reflect, behave, and imagine a brighter tomorrow.

April 22, 2025 / 09:09 IST
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Earth Day 2025 (Image: Canva)
Earth Day 2025 (Image: Canva)

Humans pause for a moment in April to value our shared planet. Earth Day reminds us to protect nature. It is a time to reflect, behave, and imagine a brighter tomorrow. This global occurrence will be even more significant in 2025 as issues related to the environment take root.

When is Earth Day 2025?
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, has been set apart as Earth Day. It occurs on the same date every year. The day is filled with events that start in the morning. People observe this day in different ways throughout the world. Communities, governments, and schools all come together to commemorate.

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The Origins of Earth Day
The United States marked Earth Day first. It began in 1970 after a large oil spill surprised the nation. Senator Gaylord Nelson spearheaded the effort. Over 20 million Americans attended the first Earth Day celebrations. They highlighted the degradation of nature and pollution. The idea soon spread to several other countries.

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