Environment Observances

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Unblocktober.

On Energy Efficiency Day - Save Money. Cut Carbon. Breathe Easier.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Tsunami Awareness Day 

Today is the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict  

America Recycles Day promotes the benefits of recycling for our health, environment, and economy.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Soil Day 

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Energy Conservation Day in India.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cut Your Energy Costs Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Kyoto Protocol Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Skip the Straw Day.

Biodiesel reduces emissions by more than 50 percent compared to petroleum.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Water Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Earth Hour.

This national holiday in Turkmenistan underlines the value and appreciation of water as a resource.

As the weather gets better after Winter, this is a day to highlight the advantages of hanging clothes out to dry outside.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Bike to School Day

There are a lot of benefits to building your home underground. Just don't forget the windows.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Bike to Work Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Brown-Bag It Day

Harness the power of worms and turn your organic waste into rich compost for your garden.

Since 1974, World Environment Day has been celebrated every year on 5 June: engaging governments, businesses, celebrities and citizens to focus their efforts on a pressing environmental issue.

First started in June 2006, this national day highlights public transportation as a convenient travel option that also helps people save money.

Clean Air Day is the UK's largest air pollution campaign, engaging thousands of people at hundreds of events, and reaching millions more through the media.

Some people may not see the point of this holiday, which will make it even harder to thread the needle!

Biodiesel reduces emissions by more than 50 percent compared to petroleum.

National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.

A United Nations International Day since 2020 to highlight the importance of clean air.

Observed on the first Saturday after Labor Day to encourage nationwide citizen participation in the cleanup of federal lands.

World Cleanup Day is a civic movement, uniting 180 countries and millions of people across the world to clean up the planet. In one day.

Many large cities and towns around the world participate in this event designed to show people the benefits of having roads from free from traffic.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Crush a Can Day

One-third of food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted globally, which amounts to about 1.3 billion tonnes per year.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Unblocktober.