World Environment Day aims to inspire more people than ever before to take action to prevent the growing strain on planet Earth’s natural systems from reaching the breaking point.

Since the first celebration in 1973, World Environment Day has helped UNEP to raise awareness and generate political momentum around growing concerns, such as the depletion of the ozone layer ...

This World Environment Day focuses on solutions to beat plastic pollution. And rightly so. Plastic pollution is choking our planet – harming ecosystems, well-being, and the climate.

Jun 4, 2024 · The theme of this year’s World Environment Day is “land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience.” Humanity depends on land. Yet, all over the world, a toxic cocktail of pollution, …

Jun 4, 2025 · Since its inception in 1973, World Environment Day has grown into the largest global platform for environmental advocacy. Led by the United Nations Environment Program, it shines a …

Since 1973, the international day has helped to both celebrate the planet and put a spotlight on the perils it faces.

Jun 5, 2020 · World Environment Day creates awareness about the building blocks of Nature and Biodiversity, drive initiatives big and small, give youth a collaborative platform, and demand bold …

Jun 5, 2021 · The United Nations observes designated days, weeks, years, and decades, each with a theme, or topic.

La Journée mondiale de l'environnement est célébrée chaque année le 5 juin.

Feb 15, 2023 · Held annually since 1973, World Environment Day is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the environment.