Where did Earth Day come from? Earth Day Explained | Who is Gaylord Nelson?

Earth Day is a popular global celebration, but what is it and where did it come from? In this short video we’ll dive into the most important details about the origins, history, and traditions of Earth Day. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated worldwide on April 22nd to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It originated in the United States during a time of increasing environmental consciousness and activism in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The catalyst for Earth Day was a significant oil spill off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, in 1969, which sparked public outrage and brought attention to the need for environmental protection. #earthday #earth #ourplanet