We have witnessed so much human suffering caused by climate related calamities like hurricanes and wild fires. On Thursday, Environmentalists will be drawing attention to the ecosystems of the world.
The Coronavirus pandemic will have us celebrating nature on Earth Day while cooped up indoors. Celebrities are throwing their weight behind environmental causes for Earth Day this year.
Read on to find out how you can mark Earth Day in a meaningful way, the Pandemic notwithstanding.
Participate in a Star Studded Earth Day Concert on Facebook Watch
Each of these environmental causes is bound to contribute to a healthier planet. Some are new projects while others are long standing. Celebrities like Jane Fonda, Prince William, Bill Nye, and Hayley Hasselhoff, have been involved in environmental activism.
Watch Earth Day! The Musical on Facebook Watch. The star-studded concert will feature Justin Bieber, ZacEffron, Desus Nice, Ben Platt, The Kid Mero, Charli and Dixie D’Amelio, Nick Kroll, Jack Harlow, Fortune Feimster, Phoebe Robinson, and Tori Kelly. It will start at noon EST on Thursday.
While viewing the concert on Facebook Watch, you will participate by sharing videos and photos about how you will contribute to the cause of climate action. It will be a massive virtual movement of people globally committing to act against climate change.
If Jane Fonda is more your speed, you want to join her every week on Facebook Live for a Fire Drill Friday which involves protesting at the capitol. Now that that is no longer possible with Covid-19, Jane Fonda is using virtual rallies as well as video chats which she co hosts with other celebrities and prominent figures.
Support National Parks with Prince Harry
Prince Harry is capitalizing on Earth Day to build support for national parks as preserves of water, fresh air, and food security.
Harry is passionate about conservation especially in Africa where he has continued the legacy of his mother Princess Diana.
The Prince is calling on Fans to support national parks and to visit African Parks. In his latest African tour, the red-haired prince told fans that: ‘No one can deny science.’
In a video posted online, the Prince paid tribute to his late grandfather Prince Philip who he called a conservation champion. He said that climate change was now an urgent issue that must be fixed in the next decade.
Support his Earthshot prize initiative by not wasting food, abandoning single use plastic, and engaging with leaders in our communities to stop doing things that pollute the environment.
Save the Soil with Rosario Dawson
You could also want to save the soil with Rosario Dawson. The celebrity produced a documentary focusing on the crucial role that healthy soil plays in our planet.
You can support actress Dawson by composting, launching a school garden, and shopping at a farmers market to cut down on food miles. Visit her ‘Grow’ website for more information.
Hollywood actor Joaquin Phoenix has been working with Farm Sanctuary since his Academy Award victory in 2020. Phoenix famously rescued a cow and her calf from a slaughter house, and now he is calling on fans to rely on a diet of plants in order to reduce the strain of modern animal farming on the planet.
Shailene Woodley has always been outspoken about environmental injustice. The actress wants you to support her quest by shunning plastic water bottles and travel with stainless steel water bottles.Engage with local businesses to get rid of single-use plastic.
Turn the Tide with Hayley Hasselhoff
Hasselhoff is working with Cara Delevigne and the Project Zero charity to protect oceans by donating to Project Zero. For $10, you can ‘adopt’ a section of the ocean and help save it from choking in plastic.
Support the actresses by donating and sharing the message on social media so that others donate, too.
Earth Day 2021: 6 new shows that will bring you closer to nature, while you stay indoors
While the country fights the daily rise in COVID-19 cases, Earth Day celebrations may not include being in outdoors. But you can use the opportunity to hunker down and learn more about this planet, through our list of eco-themed documentaries that will inform, inspire, and bring you a little closer to nature.
Attenborough’s latest nature docuseries explores the bold and bright colours of nature through innovative camera technology. The famous natural historian helps us understand an animal’s perspective—how they use colour to win mates, beat rivals or hide from them to survive in the wild.
This documentary film examines the global fishing industry under a microscope as it uncovers the damaging ripples created by humans on our environment. Gathering ample praise amongst celebrities for bringing attention to its subject matter, Seaspiracy exposes the greatest threat to marine life–fishing.
My Octopus Teacher
Diver Craig Foster gets close and personal with an octopus, forming an unusual friendship as he dives daily to explore the South African ocean with her. The Oscar-nominated nature film leaves you gushing and sentimental to discover the bond between a human and an eight-limbed sea creature. A must-watch with your kid.
One Strange Rock
This breathtaking 10 part docuseries from National Geographic is a story of nature and evolution of our planet earth. Easy to comprehend, you are sure to learn and be entertained, no matter your age. Spectacular cinematography, visual effects combined with narration from Will Smith, experienced astronauts leave you mesmerised and engaged.
Kiss The Ground
The documentary literally digs the dirt on the correlation between the health of humans and our planet. Narrated by actor Woody Harrelson, the movie is also peppered with celebrity activists such as Gisele Bündchen, Rosaria Dawson, Tom Brady and Ian Somerhalder among several others. Scientists, activists, farmers and politicians illuminate regenerative agriculture—a farming method that aims at reversing climate change by restoring degraded soil biodiversity and replenishing our water cycle.
Night on Earth
A refreshing take on nature by night, this documentary reveals the secret nocturnal lives of the world’s creatures by combining the wonders of nighttime cinematography with new camera technology. With stellar shots and some thrilling moments in the wild, Night on Earth is likely to make it on top of your list.
