Here’s a table of important environmental dates for both the world and India:
Date | Event | Focus |
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February 2 | World Wetlands Day | Conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. |
February 28 | National Science Day (India) | Science-based solutions for environmental challenges. |
March 3 | World Wildlife Day | Awareness about wild fauna and flora. |
March 20 | World Sparrow Day (India-originated) | Conservation of sparrows and urban biodiversity. |
March 22 | World Water Day | Sustainable water management and access to clean water. |
Last Saturday of March | Earth Hour | Turning off lights to promote energy conservation. |
April 22 | Earth Day | Global environmental protection and awareness. |
May 22 | International Day for Biological Diversity | Importance of biodiversity and conservation efforts. |
June 5 | World Environment Day | Global awareness and action for environmental protection. |
June 8 | World Oceans Day | Sustainable management and conservation of oceans. |
June 17 | World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought | Awareness of desertification, drought, and land degradation. |
July (First Week) | Van Mahotsav (India) | Tree plantation and afforestation. |
July 29 | International Tiger Day | Tiger conservation and habitat protection. |
September 16 | International Day for Preservation of the Ozone Layer | Celebrating the Montreal Protocol and ozone layer protection. |
October (First Monday) | World Habitat Day | Sustainable urban development and adequate shelter. |
October 16 | World Food Day | Global hunger, food security, and sustainable agriculture. |
November 21 | World Fisheries Day | Sustainable practices in the fishing industry. |
December 2 | National Pollution Prevention Day (India) | Tribute to Bhopal Gas Tragedy victims; industrial pollution awareness. |
December 11 | International Mountain Day | Sustainable development of mountain ecosystems. |
December 14 | National Energy Conservation Day (India) | Promoting energy efficiency and sustainable energy use. |