World Environment Day: All You Need To Know

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5 June 2024

World Environment Day, observed annually on June 5th, is a powerful reminder of our collective duty to care for the environment


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People can make a positive impact by embracing sustainable practices in their daily lives, conserving resources, and advocating for eco-friendly solutions


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Small steps like planting trees, reducing waste, or supporting renewable energy contribute to a significant change


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The 1972 UN Conference on the Human Environment, held in Stockholm, sparked critical discussions on environmental protection


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To honour this pivotal moment, the first official World Environment Day was celebrated a year later in 1973, and the tradition has continued on the same date ever since


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According to the official website of the event, people from more than 150 countries participate in this United Nations international day


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Each year, a distinct theme is chosen, tackling issues like climate change, global warming, and deforestation


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This year, the theme of World Environment Day is - ''Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience"


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 Saudi Arabia is the host for 2024, reaffirming its commitment to protect the environment and promote sustainable development, in line with the Vision 2030 goals


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