Arguably, a far superior cousin to Earth Day: No Pants Day.

It may seem to be an innocuous, juvenile ritual devoid of underlying political intentions, but neglecting one’s trousers provides unavoidable commentary about global warming. Conversation starter: “My legs are hot … and so is the planet.” (Bringing up body hair and deforestation is optional.)

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After all, “When large groups of people parade around in public without their pants, amazing things are bound to happen.”

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