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Celebrate Earth Day with Purpose: Intention Setting for a Greener Future

by Meaghan Weeden ● April 15, 2025 ● 2 min read

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From towering trees that reach for the sky to tiny microbes forging connections beneath the soil, nature is as complex as it is beautiful. In the “busy-ness” of our lives, it’s easy to forget that what we do alters the world around us. The power of individual action to influence collective well-being isn’t just an inspirational concept—it’s the natural order of things.

Today, up to 40% of the planet’s land is degraded, and we’ve lost nearly half of the six trillion trees that existed on Earth 12,000 years ago. From cleaning the air we breathe to filtering the water we drink and sheltering 80% of terrestrial biodiversity, the world’s forests aren’t just beautiful places to visit. Their survival is consequential for all of us—and the decisions we make today will shape the future of life on Earth.

“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

In honor of Earth Day, the One Tree Planted team has set intentions for how we will show up for nature in our daily lives. We invite you to join us! Need a little inspiration? Check out a few of our team’s pledges!

Earth Day Intentions From the One Tree Planted Team

I pledge to explore gardening by planting some herbs on my balcony this spring! 🪴 —Brisa

I pledge to research and support local organizations - specifically those working on protection of pollinator conservation areas in our town. —Reuben

I pledge to make my diet more sustainable by incorporating more plant based meals. —Anissa 🥑

I pledge to be more conscious of how my purchases might affect the planet. —Meaghan

I pledge to support OTP’s reforestation efforts by sharing our content on LinkedIn and Instagram. I hope to inspire others to take action for a greener planet. 😊🌱 —Emma

I pledge to start composting food scraps. —Leila

I pledge to walk instead of drive to yoga this Earth Month. 🧘‍♀️ —Nicole

I pledge to make sure I use fresh produce in my fridge before it expires. —Zanika

I pledge to only run my washing machine and dishwasher when I have a full load of laundry and dishes to reduce energy and water use (and to line dry my clothes, too!). 🙂 —Hannah

I pledge to reduce my meat consumption by having at least two plant-based meals each week 🫒 —Antz

Millions of people around the world are taking action for nature. From planting trees to improving daily habits, they’re making a difference in ways big and small. You don’t need a million dollars or a brilliant idea to be a steward of our planet. Change begins with people who care—and every action matters. By stepping up for nature, you join a global movement that is healing the Earth. It’s time to stop waiting for others to act, because nature needs us now.

We want to hear about your Earth Day intentions! Share your intention on instagram and tag us @onetreeplanted for a chance to be featured. We’ll re-share our favorites!