About
Earth Day is a global observance dedicated to environmental protection, first celebrated in 1970. This annual event now engages hundreds of countries and is coordinated by a wide array of environmental networks worldwide.
As an international observance, Earth Day does not have a public holiday status in any specific country. Consequently, government offices and businesses operate as usual on this day.
Why it matters
Earth Day acts as a pivotal force for the contemporary environmental movement. It significantly boosts public understanding of issues like climate change and pollution.
The observance plays a crucial role in shaping environmental policy, having influenced numerous legislative actions on a global scale.
Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2021-04-22 |
| 2022 | 2022-04-22 |
| 2023 | 2023-04-22 |
| 2024 | 2024-04-22 |
| 2025 | 2025-04-22 |
| 2026 | 2026-04-22 |
| 2027 | 2027-04-22 |
| 2028 | 2028-04-22 |