HashtagsCompiled on | #OzoneDay, #Worldozoneday, #OzoneLayer |
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Related Hashtags | #Environment, #Ozone, #Climatechange, #Sustainability, #MontrealProtocol, #Saveearth |
2023 Date | 16 September 2023 |
2024 Date | 16 September 2024 |
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International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer is an annual observance aimed at raising awareness on the importance of protecting the ozone layer. This essential component of the Earth's atmosphere plays a crucial role in shielding life on our planet from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The day not only highlights the significance of ozone layer preservation but also serves as a reminder for continued global efforts towards reducing the production and emission of ozone-depleting substances. The United Nations General Assembly established the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer in 1994, commemorating the signing of the landmark Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer in 1987. In the United Kingdom, the country plays an active role in the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, through the phasing out of ozone-depleting substances and supporting research in the field. The UK has successfully reduced its consumption of controlled substances, contributing to the global effort in combating ozone layer depletion and protecting public health, ecosystems, and climate. In observance of the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, events and activities are held across the UK to raise awareness of this critical issue. These include educational workshops, public lectures, and campaigns that focus on topics, such as the ongoing efforts to phase out ozone-depleting substances, the impact of climate change on the ozone layer, and possible measures to mitigate these challenges. International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer specifically falls on September 16 each year, providing a platform for individuals, organisations, and government bodies to engage in environmental conservation and promote sustainable practices. Top Tweets for International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer -Updated
Facts about the Ozone Layer
In the News and Trending in the UK for International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone LayerUpdated World Ozone Day 2023 – the past successes and future challenges to shielding our planet - EIAeia-international.org World Ozone Day: A Testament to Global Unity and Progress | United Nations Development Programmeundp.org Healing Our Ozone Layer: A Path to Global Peace on International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layeraaipsds.org World Ozone Day, September 16csasisters.org
Top things to do in the UK for this observance
References and related sitesun.org/en/observances/ozone-day/ UN: International Day for the Preservation |
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