WiThis Earth Day get set to explore the planet with National Geographic Channel as it brings you special programmes on earth through the day. Titled Earth Day Special this fourteen-hour marathon will feature thought provoking programmes that will reflect the changing face of our planet. The programmes will cover a wide range of topics that present not only the current degrading state of our planet and what awaits us in future but also what corrective actions are being taken to save it. Earth Day Special will be telecast on Sunday, April 22 from 10:00 am to midnight.

Speaking about the Earth Day special programmes, Mr. Joy Bhattacharjya, Senior Vice President - Programming, National Geographic Channel, India said, "At National Geographic Channel we are guided by the National Geographic Society's commitment to exploration, conservation and education and it is our constant endeavour to stay relevant and relatable to the world we live in. Through our Earth Day Special programming we hope to reach out to our viewers and make them re-think about the way we treat our fragile planet and inspire them to act".

"The rapid change that our planet is undergoing is an area of concern the world over and each one of us has the opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment. Our endeavour is to raise awareness about important environmental issues and motivate viewers to find ways to help our planet", he added.

As part of this Earth Day special initiative, National Geographic Channel will present a selection of its best environmental programmes including films like 'Jean-Michael Cousteau's Ocean Adventures'; 'The One Degree Factor', a look at the impact of global warming on our planet; 'Troubled Waters', a look at the problems and remedies related to toxic water bodies and 'Strange Days on Planet Earth' amongst others.

With beautiful and haunting images, the series questions viewers to think about their stewardship of Earth and co-existence with some of its most intriguing creatures. This series will explore events from the perspective of how they and we have affected our planet. It is about the sweeping human dramas, devastating floods, raging tsunamis, deadly droughts and the remarkable new technologies like new fuel sources that are changing the way we relate to the world.

The channel will also showcase special Earth Day vignettes featuring eminent Indian personalities and exclusive Nat Geo interstitials to spread awareness about the danger our home Earth is in and encourage viewers to take steps in protecting it. In addition, the channel has created a dedicated Earth Day Micro-site which will include a user-generated video and photography site. This technology allows visitors to share clips and pictures of conservation activity. Besides other interesting content like tips on saving the planet, experts' views, eco quiz, ask the experts section, carbon footprint quiz and much more.

Here's the programming schedule:

Don't forget your trip round the planet on Earth Day with Nat Geo in Sunday, April 22 from 10:00 am to midnight.