Earth Day 2024 is a global celebration that occurs on April 22. It serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability. This year’s theme, Planet vs. Plastics, focuses on ending plastics for the sake of human and planetary health. Here are some key points about Earth Day 2024
- Plastic Reduction Goal:
- EARTHDAY.ORG is committed to reducing plastic production by 60% by the year 2040.
- Plastics pose health risks to all living beings and disrupt the delicate balance of life on Earth.
- The campaign calls for the rapid phase-out of single-use plastics, a strong UN Treaty on Plastic Pollution, and an end to fast fashion.
- Babies vs. Plastics:
- EARTHDAY.ORG has released a report studying the impacts of microplastics on the health of young babies and children.
- Events and Initiatives:
- Explore the EARTHDAY.ORG Global Event Map to find nearby initiatives and events related to Earth Day.
- If you’re organizing an event, you can add it to the map.
- Official Earth Day 2024 Posters:
- Last October, EARTHDAY.ORG invited students across the US to visualize the theme “Planet vs. Plastics.”
- The winners of the poster competition were Luke (5-17 age category) and Teague (18+ category).
- Earth Hub:
- The Earth Hub provides a wealth of resources, including news, press releases, toolkits, fact sheets, and posters related to Earth Day.
Let’s unite in our efforts to protect our remarkable planet today and for generations to come! 🌎🌿
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