The Importance of Earth Day

Posted by The Landsite on 21st April 2023 -

In this short blog we want to focus on the importance of Earth Day on 22nd April and how it plays a pivotal role in highlighting the pressing environmental challenges that our planet faces. 

How it all started

Earth Day was introduced on April 22, 1970.  The first Earth Day was organised and celebrated in the United States as a grassroots environmental movement to raise awareness about environmental issues and advocate for environmental protection.  The idea for Earth Day was initiated by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson, who was concerned about the environmental degradation caused by human activities such as pollution, deforestation, and wildlife extinction.

Moving forward the message remains the same as Earth Day serves as a platform to raise awareness about issues such as climate change, deforestation, pollution, plastic waste, and the loss of biodiversity that are threatening the health of our planet.

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Why should you care? 

Earth Day encourages us all to take a more personal responsibility for our actions and make informed choices that can positively impact the planet.   We can contribute by adopting eco-friendly practices at work and at home such as reducing waste, recycling of materials, conserving energy and water, supporting sustainable development and promoting causes in support of wildlife conservation.

As well as on an individual level, Earth Day awareness promotes collective action by mobilising whole communities and organisations.  Earth Day also serves as a platform for activism and allows us all to demand policy changes from government to promote environmentally responsible practices at local, national, and global levels.

Earth Day awareness is also critical in pushing for long-term sustainability.  By raising awareness about the impact of human activities on the planet, it helps in shaping public opinion and building momentum for sustainable policies, technologies, and practices.   

No matter how small or large your contribution is, we should all be taking the necessary steps to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle as we strive for a green and sustainable planet for future generations. 

The Landsite supports sustainability throughout the real estate industry.    Read the latest updates on sustainable development from our members and find key sustainable businesses for your property development or investment project. 

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