Celebrate Earth Day or Die

 

We need Earth Day to remind us that for now and into the immediate future, this Earth is the thing that sustains our lives. Mankind at this point in our evolution cannot live anywhere else in our solar system. That could change some day, but for now we need to try as hard as we can to care for the Earth that we all share to give us time and means to explore other worlds.

Need some persuasion? Consider the many threats that are good reasons why we need Earth Day.

Deforestation is a problem rapidly affecting areas like Africa, Central and South America. Not only does this mean less trees, less cleansing oxygen, and the displacement of the wildlife that live within the forests, but deforestation is also a large contributor to global warming and enhanced greenhouse effect. Removing trees also leads to much drier climates, as trees extract groundwater to release into the air.

Pollution is the introduction of harmful contaminants into air, water or soil. These contaminants can have dire effects on entire ecosystems, making life more difficult for humans, plants and animals. Children and the elderly are particularly susceptible to the health effects from these toxins. In many cases, exposure to pollution has a cumulative effect on the body.

Loss of biodiversity is an important threat because each species has a role in planet, and as they dwindle or become extinct, this points to a much larger problem. For example, the decline of the bee population has a direct effect on both the environment and food production, with their instinctual role of pollination. A major factor of saving the earth is to also protecting its inhabitants.

Any of these environmental problems could really harm the Earth. People need to start realizing the significance of Earth Day. You can celebrate Earth Day by outdoor performances, where individuals or groups perform acts of service to earth. These can include planting trees, picking up roadside rubbish, conducting various programs for recycling and conservation, and using recyclable containers for snacks and lunches. Other activities include encouraging people to sign petitions to governments calling for stronger or immediate action to stop global warming and to reverse environmental destruction.

By doing any of these activities makes a huge difference to the Earth. I mean why wouldn’t you want to help out Mother Nature? Look what she does for you. We are provided with a world to live on, water to drink, and food to eat. Our whole lives depend on Earth. What’s the harm in one day a year of doing an outdoor activity benefiting the Earth?