National Holidays that do good for the Planet

Have you ever wished there were more opportunities to celebrate Earth Day throughout the year? While Earth Day only happens once a year, there are plenty of other holidays that recognize Earth-friendly causes and promote environmental protection. 

Here’s a calendar of holidays that support a healthier planet:

March

May

7th: World Fair Trade Day

22nd: International Day for Biological Diversity

June
All Month: National Rivers Month, National Oceans Month

8th: World Oceans Day

20th: National American Eagle Day
BONUS! In 2022, the State of Michigan officially proclaimed June 20 National Eagle Day. Read about it here.

20th-26th: National Pollinator Week

July

3rd: International Plastic Bag Free Day

August

19th: World Humanitarian Day

September

7th: International Day of Clean Air

Fourth Sunday in Sept: World Rivers Day 

21st: World Peace Day

24th: National Public Lands Day

November

13th: World Kindness Day

Third Thursday of November: Use Less Stuff Day

December

All Month: Universal Human Rights Month

2nd: World Pollution Prevention Day

10th: Human Rights Day

I’d love to hear about any Earth-friendly holidays that you enjoy celebrating!

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