...and is there any particular reason why the ...er ...earth happens on that day?
2006-09-01 00:59:08 · 8 answers · asked by ♫ Rum Rhythms ♫ 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Earth Day
The first Earth Day was organized in 1970 to promote the ideas of ecology, encourage respect for life on earth, and highlight growing concern over pollution of the soil, air, and water. Earth Day is now observed in 140 nations with outdoor performances, exhibits, street fairs, and television programs that focus on environmental issues.
And for your second question, I will ask you this. On your birthday, does your birth happen on that day or are you just celebrating your birth? Consider Earth Day Earth's birthday celebration.
2006-09-01 01:08:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
What Is Earth Day?
On April 22, 1970, people across the country united to validate the importance of the environment and take action. Earth Day was initiated by Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin, who said he was determined to "forcibly thrust the issue of environmental quality and resources conservation into the political dialogue of the nation." He manifested the nation’s environmental cause through what started as a 'teach-in' to protest the government’s environmental ignorance. His accomplishment in the environmental arena eventually led to fundamental legislation, including the Environmental Policy Act (1969), the Clean Air Act (1970), the Clean Water Act (1977) and fuel efficiency standards for automobiles.
For over 30 years, on April 22nd, millions of people have united to heed this urgent call to action and celebrate the environment. Earth 911 has taken the mission of Earth Day and made it an everyday opportunity by offering information and resources available to protect the environment in every community in the United States and Canada.
2006-09-01 11:06:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the earth is very important to us. So in the Earth day, we have to do as much things as we can like pick up the trash,then recycle it. We can reuse a lot of things. I love the earth very much because it just like my second home. Please do something to protect the earth environment
2006-09-03 09:45:28 · answer #3 · answered by we should recycle trash to clean 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
EARTH DAY !!!!!!!On December 22, just three days before Christmas, 1963, the first "Minute for Peace" was broadcast on radio and TV stations. This came one month after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Wire services featured the "Minute for Peace" in news stories that went around the world. The broadcast included the voice of President Kennedy addressing the United Nations with an urgent plea for peace, and asked each listener to dedicate his thoughts and action to peace.
On June 26, 1965, the twentieth anniversary of the signing of the United Nations charter, a "Minute for Peace" message featuring UN Secretary General U Thant was broadcast on all major U.S. radio networks, by United Nations radio, by networks in other countries, and by international short wave radio.
Since then, all over the globe, we who have pledged ourselves as Earth Trustees have taken a minute each December 22 to meditate and pray for peace. Again this year we ask you to join us in this effort to help bring peace.
Can a "Minute for Peace" become a minute of goodwill observed in unison around the world? Will it irresistibly move the leaders of men into paths of peace? Will the hearts and minds of people in all countries be touched by the Holy Spirit with the peace and love that bring men into the Kingdom of God? What has happened so far seemed utterly impossible at first. Who knows what may happen if we put our faith to work and use the power of the Spirit to solve the problem of the sword?
On December 22, 2007, join with Earth Trustees all over the world in dedicating your hearts during a "Minute for Peace." Let every radio and TV station fill the day with minutes of music and words that inspire peaceful actions. Help us unite as one human family in new understanding and care for this wonderful nest in the stars: Planet Earth, our home.
2006-09-01 08:38:00 · answer #4 · answered by mini 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
earth day is were people is pick up the trash on the ground and rcnyel to keep the earth earth clean
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2006-09-01 13:45:53 · answer #5 · answered by BENDER IS THE BOMB!!! (Fav show) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is a day where everyone gets together and helps clean up the world and free it of trash and litter
2006-09-01 08:24:11 · answer #6 · answered by Joeys Girl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Never heard of it!
2006-09-02 17:01:56 · answer #7 · answered by Steph 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WE SHOULD ALL SUPPORT THIS DAY!
2006-09-02 04:53:07 · answer #8 · answered by BRAD 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋