Green Eco Environmental Days
of ‘awareness’ and ‘recognition’ dedicated to our planet:
For each ‘Holiday’ we have added the link to the ‘official’ website. Giving an insight and understanding of what it’s about… Be sure to click the link and visit the official websites to get all the current and accurate information… Some dates of celebration change each year…..
JANUARY
I found it very unusual that I couldn’t find an Environmental awareness of anything in January?
FEBRUARY
- 2nd - World Wetlands Day
It marks the date of the signing of the Convention on Wetlands, called Ramsar Convention, on 2 February 1971, in the Iranian city of Ramsar on the shores of the Caspian Sea. WWD was celebrated for the first time in 1997 and made an encouraging beginning. .{via wiki}
MARCH
- 21st – World Forestry Day
celebrate the World Forestry Day on 21st of March, this day commemorates the contribution and value of forests and forestry to the community.
- 22nd – World Water Day
The U.N. designates March 22 as the day of the year when we spotlight the global safe water and sanitation issue and the collective efforts underway to get solutions to those struggling and in need. Visit the official Water Day site to learn more and get involved learn about WATER AID
- 23rd – World Meteorological Day
Each year, on 23 March, the World Meteorological Organization, its 189 Members and the worldwide meteorological community celebrate World Meteorological Day around a chosen theme. This day commemorates the entry into force, on that date in 1950, of the WMO Convention creating the Organization. Subsequently, in 1951, WMO was designated a specialized agency of the United Nations System.
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30th – Earth Hour
All you need to do is switch off your lights from 8:30PM – 9:30 PM on Saturday, March 31st (local time). But until then, we have more ways to show your team spirit during Earth Hour and beyond: Celebrate Earth Hour
APRIL
- 7th – World Health Day
The World Health Organization, the United Nations’ the directing and coordinating authority for health, annually highlights one of its priorities for global health on World Health Day.
- 18th – World Heritage Day
World Heritage is the shared wealth of humankind. Protecting and preserving this valuable asset demands the collective efforts of the international community. This special day offers an opportunity to raise the public’s awareness about the diversity of cultural heritage and the efforts that are required to protect and conserve it, as well as draw attention to its vulnerability. Here’s a great site to learn more!
- 22nd – Earth Day
Our planet, our home is being neglected. Climate change continues unabated. It seems there’s a new ecological disaster happening almost daily. This Earth Day it’s time to mobilize the planet from the ground up to send a message that the Earth won’t wait!
- 28th – Save the Frogs Day
Save The Frogs Day is the world’s largest day of amphibian education and conservation action. Events are currently planned in Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brazil, Bolivia, Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, Germany, Ghana, India, Italy, Kenya, Liberia, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan, Peru, Portugal, Romania, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Sweden and the United States. Help us reach our 2012 goal of 200 events in 30 countries: please organize an event in your community, and ask your local schools and environmental organizations to take part as well. Please be sure to register your event, no matter how big or small it may be.
- Arbor Day - is always the last Friday of April
Arbor Day is a holiday in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant and care for trees. It originated in Nebraska City, Nebraska, United States during 1872 by J. Sterling Morton. The first Arbor Day was held on April 10, 1872, and an estimated 1 million trees were planted that day. {thank you wiki}
Replanting Our Nation’s Forests Together, we’re making a difference. Get your trees! Arborday.org
MAY
- 3rd – International Migratory Bird Day
(IMBD), the signature program of EFTA, is the only international education program that highlights and celebrates the migration of nearly 350 species of migratory birds between nesting habitats in North America and non-breeding grounds in Latin America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Each year IMBD explores a different aspect of migratory birds and their conservation. Visit the official website to learn more.
- 22nd – International Day for Biological Diversity
(or World Biodiversity Day) is a United Nations –sanctioned international day for the promotion of biodiversity issues.
JUNE
- 5th – World Environment Day
Mission:
To provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.Find out more at the WED website
- 8th – World Oceans Day
Welcome to the international community’s online resource for World Oceans Day—our planet’s biggest celebration of the ocean held every June 8th. This year, we encourage you to reach out to young people in your community and help inspire them for our 2011-2012 theme Youth: the Next Wave for Change. The future of ocean conservation is in their hands! Explore the site for some ideas, resources, and information about how you can get involved. http://worldoceansday.org/
- 15 – Global Wind Day
Global Wind Day is a worldwide event that occurs annually on 15 June. It is a day for discovering wind, its power and the possibilities it holds to change our world.
It is also a day for discovery of the work that has already begun by pioneers around the world. In more than 75 countries around the world, wind farms are in operation, generating energy from a clean and renewable source.
- June 29th – International Mud Day
Early childhood professionals all over the world celebrated the World Forum’s International Mud Day of June 29, 2011. Parents, teachers, children and one elephant joined in the fun. What began as an exchange between the children of Nepal and Australia, organized by Bishnu Bhatta and Gillian McAuliffe, is now an idea shared throughout the world.
JULY
- 11th – World Population Day
In 1989, in its decision 89/46, the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme recommended that, in order to focus attention on the urgency and importance of population issues in the context of overall development plans and programmes and the need to find solutions for these issues, 11 July should be observed by the international community as World Population Day.
- 17th-19th – Clean Up the World Weekend
Inspires Neighborhoods to clean up, fix up and improve their environment. Visit the official website for details as dates may change from year to year, be a part of Clean up the world!
AUGUST
I have been unable to find anything to list for August as yet…
SEPTEMBER
- 16th – World Ozone Day
proclaimed 16 September the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, commemorating the date, in 1987, on which the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer was signed.
- World Water Monitoring Challenge September 18th
World Water Monitoring Challenge™ is an international education and outreach program that builds public awareness and involvement in protecting water resources around the world by engaging citizens to conduct basic monitoring of their local water bodies.
In 2011, approximately 340,000 people in 77 countries monitored their local waterways. We challenge you totestthe quality of your waterways, share your findings, and protect our most precious resource!
- National Public Lands Day September 29th
The co-founder of EarthEcho International and acclaimed naturalist encourages volunteers from across the country to head to their nearby public lands to lend a hand.
National Public Lands Day is a fee-free entrance day at many federal public lands including national parks. It’s a great opportunity to help a local or favorite public land near you and spend the rest of the day recreating or relaxing on the land. With free admission, feel free to bring a friend or make it a family outing, and enjoy the experience.
- Last Sunday of Sept – World River Day
World Rivers Day is a global celebration of the world’s waterways, observed every last Sunday in September. Established in 2005, it highlights the many values of rivers and strives to increase public awareness while encouraging the improved stewardship of rivers around the world. World Rivers Day occurs annually on the last Sunday in September.
- International Coastal Clean Up
Held the second or third weekend in September – Visit the official website for details as they vary year by year. Sponsored by the ……. Ocean Conservancy
OCTOBER
- First Monday in October – World Habitat Day
World Habitat Day is observed every year on the first Monday of October throughout the world. It was officially designated by the United Nations and first celebrated in 1986. The purpose of the day is to reflect on the state of our cities and towns and the basic human right to adequate shelter. It also aims to remind the world of its collective responsibility for the habitat of future generations.
- 1st – 7th – World WildLife Week
For 50 years, WWF has been protecting the future of nature. The world’s leading conservation organization, WWF works in 100 countries and is supported by 1.2 million members in the United States and close to 5 million globally. WWF’s unique way of working combines global reach with a foundation in science, involves action at every level from local to global, and ensures the delivery of innovative solutions that meet the needs of both people and nature
Here’s another great place to Learn more about World Wildlife Week … EcoHotelology
- 4th – World Animal Day
click here to visit the official World Animal Day
Which is celebrated each year on October the 4th. It started in Florence, Italy in 1931 at a convention of ecologists.[1] On this day, animal life in all its forms is celebrated, and special events are planned on locations all over the globe. The 4th of October was originally chosen for World Animal Day because it is the feast day of Francis of Assisi, a nature lover and patron saint of animals and the environment. Numerous churches throughout the world observe the Sunday closest to October the 4th with a Blessing for the Animals.
However, World Animal Day has now gone beyond being the celebration of a Christian saint and is today observed by animal-lovers of all beliefs, nationalities and backgrounds. Animal blessings are held in churches, synagogues, and by independent Animal Chaplains in parks and fields.[2] Animal rescue shelters hold fundraising events and open days, wildlife groups organize information displays, schools undertake animal-related project work and individuals and groups of friends or co-workers donate to animal charities or pledge to sponsor a shelter animal.
NOVEMBER
I’m sure I’ll find something!
DECEMBER
- 5th – International Volunteer Day
Without Volunteers, nothing happens. Visit the official website for details. World Volunteer Web
