Every Earth Day, April 22nd, the global community comes together to honor our planet, use the correct recycling bin, and promote sustainability. Whether you’re a business, healthcare organization, school, or individual, it’s easy to join in on the fun and celebrate by participating in events or sharing Earth Day quotes and messages.
While planting a tree is easy (although that depends on your tools) finding the perfect Earth Day quote that reflects your passion for the planet can be challenging. You want to be original, authentic, and witty, using the right message to show how you really feel about Mother Earth.
That said, we have heart-eyes for the planet too, and a list of perfect Earth Day quotes and messages to match. Try one of these or write your own for a perfect Earth Day celebration:
Universal Earth Day Quotes
Whether you’re posting on social media, through a comms channel like Slack, or an Earth Day group card, using a real life quote gives your words authority and weight. Use one of these Earth Day quotes to make your love for Mother Nature known:
“Don’t blow it – good planets are hard to find.” – Time Magazine
“We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” – Native American Proverb
“The future will either be green or not at all.” – Bob Brown
“The environment is everything that isn’t me.” – Albert Einstein
“The ultimate test of man’s conscience may be his willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard.” – Gaylord Nelson
“The earth is what we all have in common.” – Wendell Berry
“In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.” – John Muir
“The earth does not belong to us. We belong to the earth.” – Chief Seattle
“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” – Albert Einstein
“The Earth will not continue to offer its harvest, except with faithful stewardship.” – Pope Francis
“In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they’re still beautiful.” – Alice Walker
“Nature always wears the colors of the spirit.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit.” – Edward Abbey
“Without a healthy environment, we cannot have healthy people.” – Sherri Goodman
“With every drop of water you drink, every breath you take, you’re connected to the sea. No matter where on Earth you live.” – Sylvia Earle
“Conserving our natural resources and environment is not just a personal responsibility, it is a public value.” – George W. Bush
“Deforestation is not just a problem in the Amazon, but a worldwide problem.” – Sigourney Weaver
Thoughtful Earth Day Quotes
General Earth Day quotes are always a solid choice, but you may want to give your readers something more to think about when it comes to sustainability. Try a thoughtful Earth Day quote to give them food for thought and encourage discussion:
“Don’t it always seem to go that you don’t know what you’ve got ’til it’s gone? They paved paradise and put up a parking lot.” – Joni Mitchell
“If you think the economy is more important than the environment, try holding your breath while counting your money.” – Guy McPherson
“As long as the Earth can make a spring every year, I can. As long as the Earth can flower and produce nurturing fruit, I can, because I’m the same thing.” – Alice Walker
“For most of history, man has had to fight nature to survive; in this century he is beginning to realize that, in order to survive, he must protect it.” – Jacques-Yves Cousteau
“The environment and the economy are really both two sides of the same coin. If we cannot sustain the environment, we cannot sustain ourselves.” – Wangari Maathai
“An understanding of the natural world and what’s in it is a source of not only a great curiosity but great fulfillment.” – David Attenborough
“All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost; the old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost.” – J.R.R. Tolkien
“A nation that destroys its soils destroys itself. Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt
“The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share.” – Lady Bird Johnson
“We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect.” – Aldo Leopold
“In the end, we will conserve only what we love; we will love only what we understand; and we will understand only what we are taught.” – Baba Dioum
“If we’re destroying the Earth, why would we want to go to Mars?” – Buzz Aldrin
“When the well’s dry, we know the worth of water.” – Benjamin Franklin
“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” – Jane Goodall
Inspirational Earth Day Quotes
Earth Day is more than just posting quotes, it’s about action. Motivate readers to protect the planet and embrace a green lifestyle with these inspiring quotes:
“Until you dig a hole, you plant a tree, you water it and make it survive, you haven’t done a thing.” – Wangari Maathai
“We have a single mission: to protect and hand on the planet to the next generation.” – Francois Hollande
“If we don’t take care of this planet, who will?” – Katharine Hayhoe
“We have to save the planet, and the only way we’re going to do it is together.” – Sylvia Earle
“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” – Robert Swan
“The only way forward, if we are going to improve the quality of the environment, is to get everybody involved.” – Richard Rogers
“We have to live differently. We have to live in harmony with the Earth. The Earth is like a spaceship with limited resources.” – Jacques-Yves Cousteau
“Treat the earth well: it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children.” – Kenyan Proverb
“In nature, nothing exists alone.” – Rachel Carson
“The Earth does not belong to us: we belong to the Earth.” – Marlee Matlin
“There is no such thing as ‘away’. When we throw anything away, it must go somewhere.” – Annie Leonard
“Every person has the power to make a difference, and every person should try.” – Jane Goodall
“What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another.” – Mahatma Gandhi
“We have to start treating the Earth as if we intend to stay.” – Donella Meadows
“The world is but a canvas to our imagination.” – Henry David Thoreau
“An understanding of the natural world and what’s in it is a source of not only a great curiosity but great fulfillment.” – David Attenborough
“The environment and the economy are really both two sides of the same coin. If we cannot sustain the environment, we cannot sustain ourselves.” – Wangari Maathai
“The earth is a fine place and worth fighting for.” – Ernest Hemingway
Cautionary Earth Day Quotes
When it comes to planet protection, time is of the essence. Using one of these cautionary Earth day quotes will add urgency to your words and demand attention:
“We never know the worth of water until the well is dry.” – Thomas Fuller
“We are living on this planet as if we had another one to go to.” – Terri Swearingen
“What is the use of a house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on?” – Henry David Thoreau
“We won’t have a society if we destroy the environment.” – Margaret Mead
“Time is running out. We need to wake up before it’s too late.” – Jane Goodall
“To waste, to destroy our natural resources, to skin and exhaust the land instead of using it so as to increase its usefulness, will result in undermining in the days of our children the very prosperity which we ought by right to hand down to them.” – Theodore Roosevelt
“When the last tree is cut, the last fish is caught, and the last river is polluted; when to breathe the air is sickening, you will realize, too late, that wealth is not in bank accounts, but in the soil, air, and water.” – Alanis Obomsawin
Happy Earth Day Messages
If you’re signing a group card or contributing to a post, writing your own Earth Day quote may feel more personal than contributing words from a historical figure. Use one of these sample messages or adapt them to create your own:
“Let’s celebrate our beautiful planet and commit to protecting it for future generations! Happy Earth Day!”
“Here’s to making every day Earth Day! Let’s keep our planet green and clean. Happy Earth Day!”
“Thank you, Earth, for giving us a place to live, breathe, and thrive. Wishing everyone a happy and sustainable Earth Day!”
“On this Earth Day, let’s unite to preserve and cherish the only planet we call home. Happy Earth Day!”
“Happy Earth Day! Let’s protect the natural world, prioritize sustainability, and make conscious choices for a greener future.”
“May our love for the Earth inspire us to take better care of it each day. Happy Earth Day to all the planet’s inhabitants!”
“This Earth Day, let’s join hands to nurture and preserve the wonders of nature. Wishing everyone a joyous and green celebration!”
“Happy Earth Day! Let’s remember to be kind to our planet every day, not just today. The Earth deserves love and care always!”
“As we celebrate Earth Day, let’s renew our commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable practices. Happy Earth Day!”
“Wishing everyone a meaningful Earth Day filled with love for our planet, nature, and all living beings!”
Funny Earth Day Quotes
To add a little levity to the occasion, try injecting your Earth Day message with a little humor, as long as it is work appropriate. Try pairing one of these funny quotes with an Earth day meme to combine smiles and sustainability:
“Happy Earth Day! Let’s all agree to recycle… especially those old jokes we keep repeating!”
“Let’s show the Earth some love today… maybe we can finally convince it to stop giving us so much rain on Mondays!”
“Happy Earth Day! It’s the one day of the year when it’s perfectly acceptable to talk to plants… just don’t expect them to talk back!”
“Happy Earth Day! Is it just me, or does the grass seem to be greener today?
“On this Earth Day, let’s vow to pick up litter, recycle, and maybe return that Tupperware our neighbor lent us last year.”
“On this Earth Day, let’s aim to be more sustainable in everything we do… except for the amount of cake we eat. Let’s keep that part sustainable, too!”
“Happy Earth Day! Let’s all agree to reuse, reduce, and recycle… and perhaps reconsider trying to fit into our old ’80s jeans.”
“Happy Earth Day! I’m planning to go green today… but don’t worry, it’s just my outfit, not my lunch!”
“Let’s give Mother Earth the ultimate gift on Earth Day… a sincere apology for calling her during thunderstorms!”
“Let’s celebrate Earth Day by vowing to eat more vegetables and less meat… as long as pizza is still considered a vegetable, we’re good!”
“On this Earth Day, let’s thank the Earth for all the beautiful plants, animals, and breathtaking landscapes… and then apologize for all the bad jokes about rocks!”
“Happy Earth Day! Let’s raise a glass to our wonderful planet… and then remember to recycle that glass!”
Real Earth Day Messages
Every year, we see countless Earth Day pledges, activities, and messages from real people all over the globe on our group cards and event boards. Here are a few of our favorites from last year:
“Earth Day, Everyday. But, hey, let’s start from today. We have no planet B, celebrate and save the one we’re living on, which is beautiful and precious. Our beloved Earth deserves it!”
“For the mystery of the forest, the majesty of the mountain, the wonder of the seaside, and all the riches that nature provides, HAPPY EARTH DAY!”
“Time is running out people! Earth and humanity have been a great team for thousands of years, let’s keep it that way.”
“Happy Earth Day! Let’s keep it green, healthy and spinning!”
“There is no planet B! Every small action counts, and everyone needs to do their part to save the planet and all the species living on it”
“I had the honor to work with Mother Nature and it has been the most incredible experience ever. We should take care of her and appreciate her warm energy. Let’s cooperate to protect our planet. Happy Earth Day!!”
Tips for Writing Earth Day Quotes
If you want to approach your Earth Day quote organically (see what we did there), you may want to write a message of your own. While you may not feel like you’re as eloquent as some of the historical figures, using your personal voice adds a sense of authenticity to your message. Use these tips to get started writing the best Earth Day quote for the occasion:
Reflect on Your Feelings: Consider your personal connection to nature and planet Earth. How does it make you feel, and what do you want to convey through your message?
Stay Authentic: Write from the heart and be genuine in your expression. Authenticity resonates with others and makes your message more impactful. Avoid overwriting your quote by using too large of a vocabulary
Use Vivid Imagery: Paint a picture with words that captures the beauty that you find in the natural world. Engage your reader’s senses.
Inspire Action: Encourage others to take positive steps toward environmental conservation through your words. Inspire them to make a difference.
Keep It Concise: Short and inspirational quotes often have a greater effect. Focus on brevity while conveying a powerful message.
Celebrating Earth Day as a Group
There are many ways to celebrate Earth Day, but creating an Earth Day board with Kudoboard provides a perfect platform to involve everyone in the celebration. Whether you’re gathering Earth Day messages from a group, encouraging discussion from the office, hosting an Earth Day slogan contest, or collecting pledges from the team, the platform is an engaging and fun way to get your community involved.
On an Earth Day board, you can easily collaborate with colleagues, friends, or family members to create awareness and inspire action. Simply make a board, invite contributors to leave Earth Day messages, memes, GIFs, videos, and more, then share the board with the group. Your group will have a memorable keepsake of the activity, and the board will build a sense of togetherness in promoting love for the planet.
So, let’s come together to celebrate our Earth and work towards a sustainable future. Whether you’re using a historical Earth Day quote, borrowing one of our messages, or writing your own, use this opportunity to show your network, coworkers, and friends your passion for the planet. Spread the joy of celebrating Mother Earth, inspire each other, fight climate change, and make a positive impact through shared appreciation. Happy Earth Day!
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