World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5th to raise awareness and take action to protect the environment.
This year's theme is "Beat Plastic Pollution," highlighting the urgent need to address plastic pollution's devastating impact on ecosystems, human health, and climate change.¹
The Republic of Korea is hosting World Environment Day 2025, focusing on ending plastic pollution globally and achieving sustainable development goals.
An estimated 11 million tonnes of plastic waste leak into the world's oceans and waterways every year, while microplastics accumulate in soils and human bodies, affecting digestive, respiratory, endocrine, reproductive, and immune systems.
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is leading the campaign, emphasizing collective action to tackle plastic pollution and promote sustainable practices.
Last year's celebration focused on land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience, with record-breaking events and online engagements worldwide.
Countries like the Maldives, Oman, and Bangladesh have pledged to plant millions of trees to restore landscapes and combat climate change.
India's National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make the country a self-reliant leader in green hydrogen production and technology.
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology launched AQ-AIMS, an indigenous air quality monitoring system, and Air-Pravah App, providing real-time Air Quality Index data.
World Environment Day engages governments, civil society, and individuals to take action on climate change, pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss.
The day motivates action toward creating a more sustainable and cleaner future, emphasizing the need for collective action to protect the planet.
