Why Earth Day Still Matters in the Face of a Worsening Climate Crisis

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, marks Earth Day by reminding listeners of its origin in 1970, sparked largely by the 1969 Santa Barbara oil spill. Originally established by UNESCO to raise awareness of environmental harm, Earth Day now takes place against a backdrop of rising global temperatures—already over 2°C—and predictions that parts of the world may become unlivable within the next 60 years. McIntyre emphasizes the need to reflect on the day’s purpose and the worsening state of the climate.