Earth Day 2021: Quotes, messages and wishes to send TODAY

THE annual Earth Day focuses attention on environmental concerns and the planet’s under strain eco-systems.

This year’s theme is Restore Our Earth, looking at ways people can reduce their impact on the Earth and also restore our environment.

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Earth Day is an annual event that takes place on April 22Credit: AFP What is Earth Day?

Earth Day is designed to increase attention on environmental issues and ways that can help prevent ecological problems.

Their website states: “[Our] mission is to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide.”

It adds: “Our world needs transformational change. It’s time for the world to hold sectors accountable for their role in our environmental crisis while also calling for bold, creative, and innovative solutions. This will require action at all levels, from business and investment to city and national government.”

Earth Day falls on April 22 each year.

The day is celebrated by an estimated one billion people around the world across more than 190 nations.

Events though take place over three days from April 20.

The first Earth Day took place in 1970.

The event was started by Senator Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin after a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, California.

Earth Day led to the set up of environmental laws and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency.

It has now gone on to become a globally recognised event, after initially being created with the purpose of teaching environmentalism.

The event draws in top environmentalists and scientists with the aim of making Earth a better place.

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Environmental activists take part in an Earth Day rally against climate change near the presidential Blue House in SeoulCredit: AFP Five Earth Day quotes and messages

“Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s need, but not every man’s greed.”Mahatma Gandhi, lawyer and ethicist

“An understanding of the natural world and what’s in it is a source of not only a great curiosity but great fulfilment.”David Attenborough, broadcaster and natural historian

“Earth Day should encourage us to reflect on what we are doing to make our planet a more sustainable and liveable place.”Scott Peters, Congressman

“The wealth of the nation is its air, water, soil, forests, minerals, rivers, lakes, oceans, scenic beauty, wildlife habitats, and biodiversity.”Gaylord Nelson, politician and environmentalist

“The Earth will not continue to offer its harvest, except with faithful stewardship. We cannot say we love the land and then take steps to destroy it for use by future generations.”Pope John Paul II

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A seagull swims past a partially submerged lamp post on the flooded banks of the Seine river on the Ile Saint-Louis in ParisCredit: AFP Five Earth Day wishes

Here are some inspirational messages to get you motivated to play your part.

It is our responsibility to handover Earth in a healthier form to our coming generation. Let us work together make it a better place. Happy Earth Day!

On the occasion of Earth Day, we must pledge to take care of our planet by planting trees, by controlling pollution to protect it from all negativities. Wishing you a Happy Earth Day.

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The beauty of Earth lies in its simplicity and natural look. Let us pledge to conserve its natural resources and protect it from degradation. Happy Earth Day to you.

Earth Day is the day of celebration and making promises…. To make it a happier, healthier and greener planet for generations to come. Happy Earth Day.

Go green and make our Earth a beautiful place to live. Happy Earth Day.

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