Earth Day 2022’s official theme is "Invest in Our Planet". This year’s activities are centered around bolstering efforts to combat climate change and motivating everyone at all levels—from individuals, to businesses, to governments and world organizations—to get involved wherever and however they can!

Spring cleaning may be on your mind, but we have an alternate idea—one that ties right into our Earth Day theme: Spring Decluttering. And what do you do with all the items you're jettisoning? We'll share some pro tips on shedding stuff—and 5 eco-friendly ways to dispose of your decluttering efforts like a boss.

In the decades leading up to the first Earth Day, society was largely oblivious to environmental concerns and how a polluted environment threatens the health of our planet. Today, Earth Day is the largest secular observance in the world. Check out our infographic on the day's history and see what has changed.