Mixed Up Priorities

Write about a society that celebrates Earth Day as a hollow, commercialized holiday, ignoring actual environmentally-conscious actions.

Unfortunately, there’s a growing gap between celebrating Earth Day and genuinely practicing eco-friendly habits. Create a narrative around an ultra-consumerist society translating Earth Day into a commercial extravaganza, with no real concern for the planet. Investigate how you’d feel in this society, what actions you might take, or how it might change. This writing experience encourages a deep thought on consumerism, environmentalism, irony, and social critique.