The document discusses the history and origins of Earth Day. It began on April 22, 1970 in the United States as an environmental movement started by Senator Gaylord Nelson. The document also discusses how Islam promotes environmentalism through verses in the Quran and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad encouraging care for the Earth. Some facts about recycling, water scarcity, plastic pollution, tree planting, and wastewater are provided. The document encourages readers to reduce their carbon footprint and take bold steps to help the environment.