Various International Ecological Days are celebrated all over the planet. Their list is very extensive and covers all areas of environmental science. Professions related to the protection of nature are honored, actions are being taken to protect birds and animals, and a struggle is being waged for the purity of land, water, and air. There are both little-known International Ecological Days (Habitats Day), and those held officially or on a mass scale (for example, Earth Hour). The most famous will be listed below.
March 22 - Water Day
Celebrated regularly since 1993. Thematic events dedicated to the role of water in human life are held every year. On March 22, environmentalists remind all of humanity how important this resource is for all living things. In Russia, the Clean Water Marathon is also held the day before, when schoolchildren and students are introduced to how urban water supply systems are arranged. Children's drawing competitions are held for schoolchildren. Traditionally, at the end of March, scientific and practicalconferences dedicated to the problems of water resources protection.
Earth Hour
These International Ecological Days do not have an exact date. In Russia and around the world, the event is held on the last Saturday of March. More than 100 countries and large cities take part in the action. On this day, the inhabitants of the planet turn off non-essential electrical appliances for 1 hour, turn off the lights in the windows of state institutions, remove the backlight from advertisements and decorations, etc.
April 1 - Bird Day
Some International Ecological Days have a long history. For example, people have been interested in birds for a long time, and in Russia, since the end of the 19th century, a tradition has been established in the spring to make houses and feeders for migratory inhabitants. Officially, the holiday has been celebrated since the beginning of the last century. Children are especially eager to take part in the events.
On this day, young naturalists from all over the world unite to take care of birds: they make and hang houses for them, make feeders, and collect food. Also, on the eve of the holiday, propaganda teams operate in many cities. They talk about the behavior of annual guests, food habits, put up posters, feed the birds, etc. Schools, environmental and youth centers hold holidays dedicated to this day.
April 22 – Mother Earth Day
On this holiday, humanity is encouraged to think about how it relates to the environment. Environmentalists are trying to convey that only people can take care of their home, the planet they live on. The term "Mother Earth"perfectly reflects the relationship between man and the environment. On International Ecological Days, publications about our planet appear in the media, various amazing facts are told. In many cities, subbotniks and cleaning of the territory are timed to coincide with this date. Indeed, this is the best day to take care of your planet.
May 22 - Biodiversity Day
One of the most comprehensive ecological holidays. It used to be celebrated on December 29th. Biological diversity is life on the planet in all its many forms and manifestations. And, unfortunately, it is constantly decreasing: rare species of animals, plants, birds, fish are disappearing. More and more of them fall into the Red Book. And most of the time it's the fault of the person. Its unreasonable economic activity (deforestation, environmental pollution, destruction of ecosystems, hunting, etc.) leads to such sad consequences. Ecologists have been sounding the alarm for a long time and trying to urge people to a more rational and careful attitude to nature. Otherwise, humanity runs the risk of being alone and thereby ruining itself.
June 5 - Environment Day
The main purpose of this holiday is to make people want to take care of the places where they live, the world. On this day, thematic events are held, and the UN chooses their motto. Rallies and parades, actions in defense ofenvironment. In schools and camps - green concerts, contests of handicrafts, posters and essays. One of the obligatory attributes is subbotniks. International Ecological Days should raise people's awareness of numerous problems.
October 4 - Animal Protection Day
Numerous promotions are held on this holiday. They are designed to draw public attention to the problems of the animal world. And this applies not only to wild inhabitants, but also to pets, since acts of violence and abuse are increasingly occurring. One of the most humane and kind holidays encourages people to think not only about environmental problems, but also about their own behavior and attitude towards animals, awakens the best qualities of a person.
Attract people's attention to various problems International Ecological Days. It is not difficult to give examples: in each month there are several holidays aimed at protecting nature. Unfortunately, as yet a small percentage of people know about them and attach importance to them.
