As the world moves move steadily towards greener and more sustainable economies, Earth Day is another opportunity to take stock of what has been accomplished and to resolve to make even greater strides towards these goals. Earth Day is a movement which started in the United States of America in the 1970s and has since gain global recognition. It is celebrated on April 22, and this year, will be celebrated under the theme “Trees for the Earth”.
The aim of Earth Day is to promote awareness and appreciation of Earth’s ecology and environment. This will help society to deal with the environmental problem of land, air and water pollution.Earth Day is a time to think about humanity’s values; the threats that the planet faces and ways to help protect the environment.
On Earth Day 2016, the landmark Paris Agreement is scheduled to be signed by a 122 countries across the globe. This signing satisfies a key requirement for the entry into force of the historic draft climate protection treaty adopted by consensus of the 195 nations present at the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris.
As we approach the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day’ which will be in 2020, five (5) major goals are set out with the first being planting more trees. This day will also celebrate 50 years since the publication of Rachel Carson’s ‘Silent Spring’. This publication is credited for sparking the environmental movement – an anniversary worth celebrating on Earth Day, April 22.
The time is now to plant a tree! This initiative will serve as a base f or a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable planet. Trees are considered as the lungs of the Earth, they provide many important services to us and the Earth, let’s say thank you and plant more trees.

Why are trees so important?
They help fight climate change;
They help in providing clean, fresh air for breathing;
They provide food and medicine ;
They provide energy;
They provide money;
Serve as habitats for biodiversity.

Our country and planet at large is losing trees every year due to deforestation, forest fires and land degradation. It is time for us to plant a tree today to make a difference for tomorrow.

Source:
www.earthday.org

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