Earth Day

Why is it important?

Praising Earth Day serves as a keen reminder of how fragile our world is and how meaningful it is to look after it. Since its initiation in 1970, Earth Day continues to grow as a worldwide event focused on promoting clean and healthy living and a viable dwelling place for people and animals alike. 

What does it mean?

Earth Day is a yearly event, recognized on April 22, on which different celebrations and events are held worldwide to express support for environmental protection. Being known now for 50 years, it is organized globally by the Earth Day Network, and recognized in more than 192 countries every year.

What do they do on Earth Day?

It is a day to honor the land’s habitats and raise a realization about all kinds of abuse and pollution. The day is attended all over the earth with outdoor tasks, rallies, and conferences and service projects.

Pick a task per week or per day!

• Start a garden in your own backyard.
• Pick up trash in the neighborhood or streets near you.
• Plant a tree near you.
• Buy a bag to re-use for shopping.
• Go meat-free for awhile.
• Go plastic-free.
• Walk or ride a bike instead of using your car.
• Give up chewing gum, which is plastic!
• Shop at a local farmers' market for your food.

Greenville is important to Malone Home Center. So what are you going to do to help the planet or maybe just Greenville? Choose an activity for not just today – but maybe every day! Everything we do matters to this earth!

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