OUR POWER, OUR PLANETTM

Thank you to everyone who showed up for Earth Day 2026, participating, volunteering, learning, advocating, and taking action for our planet. Explore our 2026 Impact Report, browse photos from around the world, and hear from our partners to see the impact we made possible together.

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2026 IMPACT REPORT

This year, the world showed up.

What I witnessed during the Our Power, Our Planet campaign told a different story. Across more than 180 countries, I saw people choose action over complacency, and collaboration over division. None of it happened alone.

— Kathleen Rogers, President, EARTHDAY.ORG

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OUR IMPACT

1 billion+

People
Reached

13,634

Communities
Organized

40%

More
Cleanups

100M+

Commitments to
Plant Trees

From rallies and cleanups to tree planting and community events, people around the world showed up for Earth Day 2026 and took action for our planet.

Explore more moments from the global movement in our photo gallery.

PHOTO GALLERY
Collage 2026 ED photos from various events around the world
Our Power, Our Planet reminds us that real change starts with local action. When we come together to invest in our shared future, even one tree can make a lasting impact.

Amy Klein

Capital Roots

Earth Day serves as a reminder that no effort is too small when multiplied across the globe, especially at a time when climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss pose severe risks to Earth’s survival and human civilization.

Mr. Robert M. Persaud

Foreign Secretary and the Chairman of the Protected Areas Commission of Guyana

For Us, ‘Our Power, Our Planet’ means that everyone has the responsibility and ability to protect our planet. From the decisions we make when we are purchasing things to the decisions we make in the voting booth, “We the People” can take action to protect our planet. Earth Day helps us be in community and energizes us for the road ahead.

Michael Kozuch

Earth Day Boston

Our Power, Our Planet’ reflects the idea that meaningful progress depends on how these connections translate into real decisions across sectors.

Yi Hyun Kim

Solutions for Our Climate (SFOC)

The theme ‘Our Power, Our Planet’ highlighted the importance of collective responsibility in protecting the environment. It meant that each person had the power to make a difference and that real change begins within our homes and communities.

Abigael Wambui

GCSAYN Internship Program

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More than 13,634 events were registered on EARTHDAY.ORG's 2026 Event Map, offering a snapshot of the hundreds of thousands of Earth Day events that took place across the globe.

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Community cleanups, teach-ins, peaceful demonstrations, tree planting, voter registration, town hall meetings, community organizing, every action strengthened the movement. Together, these events proved the power of collective action.

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Whether you're planning your next event, looking for ways to get involved, or simply want to take action for the planet, The Earth Hub gives you the tools to make an impact. It's your one-stop shop for free toolkits, actions, and resources designed for students, families, workplaces, faith groups, and communities everywhere.

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Our Power, Our Planet
Stories from Around the World

Mangrove forest in the Sundarbans, West Bengal
Earth Day 2026

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500,000 Mangroves for the Sundarbans: EARTHDAY.ORG and Partners Launch a Five-Year Initiative
EARTHDAY.ORG, Envision Energy India, and Envision Racing have launched a five-year initiative to plant 500,000 mangrove trees in degraded areas of the Indian Sundarbans in West Bengal. The partnership will also support 18,000 women and 10,000 families through programs addressing health, nutrition, and sanitation. Education initiatives will form another part of the five-year effort.
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sorting recyclables in São Paulo
Earth Day 2026

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In São Paulo, Earth Day Begins Block by Block
São Paulo marked Earth Day 2026 by bringing thousands of people together to clean neighborhoods. Residents, students, municipal workers, and environmental groups participated in a day of cleanup, removing nearly 150 tons of waste from neighborhoods, parks, and public spaces.
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person standing on cliff painting -- Photo by Rostislav Artov on Unsplash
Earth Day 2026

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Earth Day: a Beacon of Hope for Ukrainian Students
This year, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine, (KNU) officially partnered with EARTHDAY.ORG with student presentations devoted to climate-friendly and sustainable technologies and innovations.
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Capital Roots volunteers gathering at the beginning of their Earth Day Tree Planting.
Earth Day 2026

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Local organizations across the U.S. unite for Earth Day 2026
Across the globe, community leaders, students, teachers, elected and government officials, and every day people registered over 13,000 events on the Global Earth Day Map. This smashed the previous record by nearly doubling the amount of events registered for Earth Day 2025.
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Students and statewide organizations came together in Salt Lake City this past Earth Week to show their support for strong environmental protections for local air quality, water conservation, and green energy.
Earth Day 2026

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Salt Lake City Exercises their Power to Protect their Planet
Students and statewide organizations came together in Salt Lake City this past Earth Week to show their support for strong environmental protections for local air quality, water conservation, and green energy.
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Hillary Kibiwott planting trees in Kenya
Earth Day 2026

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One Person, 23,326 Trees, and a World Record Rooted In Hope
Kenyan environmentalist Hillary Kibiwott plants 23,326 trees in 24 hours, breaking a world record and inspiring Earth Day 2026 action globally.
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Block by block Philly cleanup
Earth Day 2026

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Cleaning up Philadelphia, Block by Block
Block by Block Philly’s Earth Day cleanup united Philadelphia residents and partners to fight litter, illegal dumping, and neglect.
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FAQ

Our Power, Our Planet is Earth Day 2026’s theme reflecting a fundamental truth: environmental progress doesn’t depend on any single administration or election. It’s sustained by daily actions of communities, educators, workers, and families protecting where they live and work. Read the full manifesto.

Earth Day 2026 affirms that environmental progress is real, resilient, and ongoing despite policy uncertainty. Innovation, education, and community problem-solving remain durable. Local systems — cities, schools, Tribal nations — continue implementing solutions that strengthen energy reliability, conserve resources, and reduce risk because they’re grounded in economic sense and public safety. Explore our resources and actions for Earth Day 2026 and year-round.

Earth Day is Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Major actions start Saturday, April 18th to make participation accessible for working people, students, and families. Events continue throughout Earth Week and beyond. Find or register an event near you.

Every individual has the power to create change. Join community cleanups, tree plantings, or peaceful demonstrations. Contact elected officials. Teach others. Make sustainable choices daily. When individuals act, communities form. When communities speak up, leaders listen. Discover 50 ways to take action.

Register for an Earth Day event, host your own community action, access free organizing tools and other actions through The Earth Hub, sign up for email updates, or become a partner. Whether you’re organizing a major demonstration or a neighborhood cleanup, resources are available to help you succeed.

To find Earth Day 2026 events near you, use the interactive map on this page. Click the magnifying glass in the top-right corner and enter your address, city, or ZIP code. The map will zoom into your area and show nearby events throughout April, including cleanups, climate marches and rallies, teach-ins, sustainability workshops, and Earth Day fairs.

Access free toolkits to plan your Earth Day 2026 event: Community Cleanup Kit, Peaceful Demonstration Guide, Tree Planting Organizer, Town Hall Planning Guide, Voter Registration Drive Kit, Teach-In Curriculum, and Faith Gathering Resources. Each includes step-by-step planning guides, promotional templates, safety guidelines, and talking points. Access everything at The Earth Hub.

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Earth Day was born on April 22, 1970 — a date deliberately chosen by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson and young activist Denis Hayes to fall between Spring Break and Final Exams, maximizing student participation in what began as a national environmental teach-in. That single day drew 20 million Americans into the streets and sparked the modern environmental movement. Today, Denis Hayes serves as Board Chair Emeritus of EARTHDAY.ORG, the non-profit organization that grew out of that very first Earth Day and now mobilizes one billion people in 193 countries every year.

Our History

 

EARTHDAY.ORG welcomes partnerships with organizations, businesses, schools, faith communities, and more committed to environmental action. Partners receive co-branded resources, amplification through our global network, and access to exclusive toolkits. Explore partnership opportunities.

Our Power, Our Planet is Earth Day 2026’s theme reflecting a fundamental truth: environmental progress doesn’t depend on any single administration or election. It’s sustained by daily actions of communities, educators, workers, and families protecting where they live and work. Read the full manifesto.

Earth Day 2026 affirms that environmental progress is real, resilient, and ongoing despite policy uncertainty. Innovation, education, and community problem-solving remain durable. Local systems — cities, schools, Tribal nations — continue implementing solutions that strengthen energy reliability, conserve resources, and reduce risk because they’re grounded in economic sense and public safety. Explore our resources and actions for Earth Day 2026 and year-round.

Earth Day is Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Major actions start Saturday, April 18th to make participation accessible for working people, students, and families. Events continue throughout Earth Week and beyond. Find or register an event near you.

Every individual has the power to create change. Join community cleanups, tree plantings, or peaceful demonstrations. Contact elected officials. Teach others. Make sustainable choices daily. When individuals act, communities form. When communities speak up, leaders listen. Discover 50 ways to take action.

Register for an Earth Day event, host your own community action, access free organizing tools and other actions through The Earth Hub, sign up for email updates, or become a partner. Whether you’re organizing a major demonstration or a neighborhood cleanup, resources are available to help you succeed.

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To find Earth Day 2026 events near you, use the interactive map on this page. Click the magnifying glass in the top-right corner and enter your address, city, or ZIP code. The map will zoom into your area and show nearby events throughout April, including cleanups, climate marches and rallies, teach-ins, sustainability workshops, and Earth Day fairs.

Access free toolkits to plan your Earth Day 2026 event: Community Cleanup Kit, Peaceful Demonstration Guide, Tree Planting Organizer, Town Hall Planning Guide, Voter Registration Drive Kit, Teach-In Curriculum, and Faith Gathering Resources. Each includes step-by-step planning guides, promotional templates, safety guidelines, and talking points. Access everything at The Earth Hub.

Earth Day was born on April 22, 1970 — a date deliberately chosen by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson and young activist Denis Hayes to fall between Spring Break and Final Exams, maximizing student participation in what began as a national environmental teach-in. That single day drew 20 million Americans into the streets and sparked the modern environmental movement. Today, Denis Hayes serves as Board Chair Emeritus of EARTHDAY.ORG, the non-profit organization that grew out of that very first Earth Day and now mobilizes one billion people in 193 countries every year.
Our History

EARTHDAY.ORG welcomes partnerships with organizations, businesses, schools, faith communities, and more committed to environmental action. Partners receive co-branded resources, amplification through our global network, and access to exclusive toolkits. Explore partnership opportunities.

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