The Origin of Earth Day Explained

The video explores the history of climate activism, highlighting the first Earth Day in 1970, which was inspired by the 1969 oil spill and proposed by Gaylord Nelson. It describes the events and public participation during the first Earth Day, leading to significant environmental legislation and the creation of the EPA. Today, Earth Day is a global event with over a billion participants, emphasizing its ongoing impact and annual themes.

Describe the participation of the US population in the first Earth Day.

What do you think next year's Earth Day theme should be and why?