Hi Readers,
I hope you are safe and staying at home due to global lockdown. I stay in India
and I am writing this blog on 30th March, 6th day of the
lockdown. In India, there is a lockdown of 21 days. I am a social activist and
working towards environment conservation from the last 3~4 years.
Are you
amazed at why I am writing my introduction and telling you about global
lockdown? I hope you must be, but I can see a close relationship, and, in this
blog, I would love to share my thought on the relationship of global lockdown
and environment protection.
In the
meantime, let’s go back to the topic of world earth day and see what is going
to happen on this year of Earth Day.
World Earth
Day is the global event celebrated every year on 22nd April and this
year Earth day is very special for all of us who love our planet mother Earth.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of world earth day. The theme of 2020 World Earth Day is Climate Change.
The first
earth day was celebrated on 22nd April 1970 and it was founded by
Senator Gaylord Nelson. On this day in 1970, millions of Americans came out to
the streets and demanded a strict method to protect the mother planet. The
major purposes of the earth day were to provide clean air, clean water, and the
protection of endangered species.
What is the Theme of World Earth Day 2020?
The theme
of 2020 world earth day is Climate change and changing climate conditions is
the biggest concern of the 21st century. It is the biggest threat to
the future of humanity and the life support systems that make our world
habitable. It would be a historic moment when the whole world comes together to
meet our climate crisis and seize the enormous opportunities of a zero-carbon
future.
What is the origin of World Earth Day?
The idea of
earth day came into the mind of Senator Gaylord Nelson when he saw the
extensive damage at Santa Barbara, California in 1969. Thousands of species
like seabirds, dolphins, sea lions, etc. were died due to blowing out of 3
gallons oil. As a reaction of this disaster, several environmental activists
were mobilized to create environment regulation. Nelson sensed the energy of
these activists and convinced them to use this enthusiasm to raise public
consciousness about air & water pollution. He met with Mr. Pete McCloskey
and persuaded him to reserve a day for Earth Day. 25 years old Denis Hayes was
appointed as coordinator.
Finally, on 22nd
April 1970, the first earth day observed. On this day, millions of American
students collected in the streets, school & college campus, parks,
auditoriums, etc. to demonstrate the importance of a healthy & sustainable
environment. Thousands of universities also organized events in the school
& colleges and registered their protest for the deterioration of the
environment. Since then, it became the global movement and all the groups
working individually for different environmental concerns came together and
raise their voice in a united manner.
Since 1970,
every year on 22nd April, Earth Day is celebrated and the purpose of
this day is to ensure the availability of clean air, clean water and protect
the endangered species. This year celebration marks the 50th anniversary of World Earth Day
What can we do to support the theme of Mother Earth Day 2020?
There are unlimited
ways to serve our motherland or mother planet. We are already aware of several
activities but I still sharing some common practices to follow.
*Plant a
tree or if you don’t have space to plant a new tree, just adopt a new plant
tree and ensure the long life of that tree.
*Avoid the
use of single-use plastics and if possible, use only those materials made of
recycling products only.
*Do not
throw waste materials in the river, sea, canals, etc.
*Reuse the
products as per the life cycle of the product.
*Avoid the
use of polythene and always carry jute bag/clothes bag when you are going to
buy vegetables/fruits.
*Conduct the
seminars in the school/colleges/streets etc. to spread the awareness.
*Conserve
the water & do the rain harvesting if possible. Also, avoid the wastage of
the water.
*Use public
transportation as much as possible. Don’t use vehicles when roaming/traveling
in your streets for daily essentials shopping.
*Don’t throw
the garbage here and there. Find out the proper place and discard it there
only.
*Don’t do
Loo/toilet in the open areas. Also, stop spitting here and there.
What is the meaning of Lockdown & Pros/Cons of global lockdown on the Environment?
Lockdown is
basically a kind of situation where humans are not allowed to roam freely due
to the emergency. It occurs due to coronavirus. Coronavirus started from China
and then spread all over the world. It created a panic situation in the world
and the entire world is suffering from this pandemic disease. India is also in
the list of countries affected by Coronavirus and to minimize the risk of
Coronavirus, the Indian prime minister announced the lockdown of 21 days last
week. I know, there are many negative consequences of lockdown and it is a very
difficult situation for the entire world.
As we couldn’t avoid the lockdown, so
I tried to find out some positives in it and found two positives in favor
of nature. I don’t know whether you like or dislike, but I urge all my readers
to share your opinions as well in the comment box or mail us.
*There are
no vehicles on the road, so the quality of Air index has been improved.
Plant a tree, adopt a new plant tree, spread awareness, use less plastic, avoid private vehicles if possible, and many more.
What are the themes of previous year Earth Days?
The theme
of World Earth Day 2019 was – “Protect the Species”
The theme
of World Earth Day 2018 was - “End Plastic Pollution Countdown to April 22”.
The theme
of World Earth Day 2017 was – “Climate Literacy and Environment”
The theme
of World Earth Day 2016 was - “Trees for managing the earth resources”
The theme
of World Earth Day 2015 was - “Water Wonderful World” and “Clean Earth – Green
Earth”.
The theme
of Global Earth Day 2014 was- “Green Cities”.
The theme
of Earth Day 2013 was- “The Face of Climate Change”.
The theme
of 2012 World Earth Day was- “Mobilize the Earth”.
The theme
of World Earth Day 2011 was- “Clear the Air”.
The theme
of International Earth Day 2010 was- “Reduce”.
The theme
of 2009 Mother Earth Day 2009 was- “How Do You Get Around”.
The theme
of 2008 World Earth Day was- “Trees Please”.
The theme
of World Earth Day 2007 was- “Be kind to the earth – starting from saving
resources”.
What are the FAQs on World Earth Day 2020 Theme?
Q1: When is
Earth Day 2020?
Earth Day is celebrated on 22nd April.
Earth Day is celebrated on 22nd April.
Q2: What is the Theme of 2020 World Earth Day?
The theme of 2020 World Earth Day is Climate Change
The theme of 2020 World Earth Day is Climate Change
Q3: What is
the history of Earth Day?
It was started in the year 1970
It was started in the year 1970
Q4: What
was the result of First Earth Day?
Humans started giving importance to environmental conservation.
Humans started giving importance to environmental conservation.
Q5: What
can I do for Earth Day 2020?
Plant a tree, adopt a new plant tree, spread awareness, use less plastic, avoid private vehicles if possible, and many more.
