Why Earth Day?
When do we celebrate Earth Day?
April 22
Earth is the ___ planet from the Sun
Third
How much trash is thrown away per year? (Millions, tons)
292 million tons!
What's the primary reason for birds to lose their nests?
Trees get cut down and buildings replace them
How much water does every individual use in a day? (Gallons)
30 gallons
What's the reason for celebrating the Earth?
Raise awareness and encourage action to protect our environment
What color is the Earth?
Blue and Green
How many trees are planted every year?
1.83 billion trees
What type of animal is affected by climate change the most?
It's hard to say, but polar bears are the most common
How much paper is wasted? (Tons)
67.4 million tons
What is Earth Day's annual slogan?
"Our People, Our Planet"
Earth has one of these while Saturn has 247 of these
Moon(s)
How many countries celebrate Earth Day?
192
What type of animal has been affected by climate change the least?
Insects/rodents
How much plastic do we waste on average? (Pounds)
287 pounds
When was the first official Earth Day celebrated?
April 22, 1970
When did Earth form?
4.5 billion years ago
How much pollution is emitted into the air?
37 billion metric tons
How many animals are affected by climate change?
10,967 species
How much plastic is thrown in the oceans? (Tons)
8 million tons
Who founded Earth Day?
Gaylord Nelson
Is Earth a perfect sphere?
No. The Earth isn't actually round nor is it flat. It is an oblate spheriod.
How many items end up in the recycling? (Tons)
69.1 million tons
How long has climate change affected animals?
54 years
How much water does it take to make ONE pair of jeans? (Gallons)
1,000 gallons