GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL DATES FOR 2019

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Environmental dates are selected dates to create awareness on environmental issues. I have listed the recognized dates for 2019 and hopefully, this helps you take action via direct engagement with citizens in your locality or social media campaigns.


26th January, 2019

World Environmental Education Day: To emphasize the importance of environmental education and to promote a harmonious relationship between the natural and human activities.

2nd February, 2019
World Wetlands Day: To raise awareness about the importance of wetlands to mankind.

3rd February, 2019

International Straw Free Day: To raise awareness about the problems caused by plastic pollution and advocate to reduce straw and plastic waste.

20th February, 2019
World Day of Social Justice: To raise awareness about justice for all people which cannot be separated from justice for the environment.

22nd February, 2019
World Polar Bear Day: To remind people about the dwindling polar bear population which is as a result of global warming.

3rd March, 2019
World Wildlife Day: To celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants.

8th March, 2019
Solar Appreciation Day: To recognize how solar energy helps the planet and its inhabitants.

14th March, 2019
International Day of Action for Rivers: To demonstrate the importance of protecting and restoring rivers.

18th March, 2019
Global Recycling Day: To raise awareness about, show support for and celebrate the importance of recycling.

20th March, 2019
World Sparrow Day: To raise awareness about the importance of the sparrow to the planet and advocate for its conservation.

21st March, 2019
International Day of Forests: To celebrate and raise awareness about the importance of forests and how forests and trees sustain and protect us.

21st March, 2019
World Planting Day: To promote planting and gardening.

21st March, 2019
World Wood Day: Celebrated to demonstrate the importance of wood and the key role it plays in conserving nature.

22nd March, 2019
World Water Day: To highlight the importance of and advocate for the sustainable use of freshwater.

23rd March, 2019
World Meteorological Day: To raise awareness about climate change.

30th March, 2019 (8:30pm – 9:30pm)
Earth Hour: Promotes climate action by encouraging businesses and individuals to turn off their lights for one hour.

21st April, 2019
World Fish Migration Day: It is celebrated to raise awareness about ensuring fishes have free migratory routes and that river courses are not obstructed by man-made structures.

22nd April, 2019
Earth Day: This day is celebrated to beam the spotlight on numerous environmental challenges the planet is facing and awaken the consciousness of the inhabitants of planet earth to focus on its protection.

27th April, 2019
Save the Frogs Day: To raise awareness about the important role frogs play in the ecosystem and the need to conserve frogs.

11th May, 2019
World Migratory Bird Day: To raise awareness on the migratory routes of birds and the need to preserve these routes and advance bird conservation.

17th May, 2019
Endangered Species Day: To promote efforts aimed at protecting all endangered species in the world and their habitats.

22nd May, 2019
World Biodiversity Day: To celebrate the earth’s biodiversity and remind everyone one of the critical role biodiversity plays in sustaining life on earth.

23rd May, 2019
World Turtle Day: To create awareness and increase knowledge of turtles and tortoises and encourage their conservation.

31st May, 2019
World No Tobacco Day: To remind everyone of the inherent dangers of tobacco consumption especially in regards to public health and pollution.

5th June, 2019
World Environment Day: To raise political and social awareness on the importance of environmental protection

8th June, 2019
World Oceans Day: To encourage action for the conservation and protection of the world’s oceans and its resources.

15th June, 2019
Global Wind Day: To celebrate wind power and the potentials it has for providing energy for the world.

16th June, 2019
World Sea Turtle Day: To celebrate sea turtles and create awareness on how plastic in seas is putting the species under the threat of extinction.

17th June, 2019
World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought: To raise awareness about the negative impacts of desertification and drought.

21st June, 2019
World Giraffe Day: To celebrate giraffes and raise support for the protection of their habitats.

11th July, 2019
World Population Day: To raise awareness on population growth rates and trends along with population issues such as environmental degradation, family planning, gender equality, human rights and poverty.

26th July, 2019
International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem

29th July, 2019
International Tiger Day: To raise awareness and support for tigers, this also includes protecting tiger habitats worldwide.

12th August, 2019
World Elephant Day: To build public awareness and increase support for elephants, this also includes condemnation of poaching & advocacy for habitat protection.

19th August, 2019
World Orangutan Day: To raise awareness on the preservation of the world’s orangutans.

15th September, 2019
World Cleanup Day: To raise awareness about the problems of solid waste management faced worldwide.

16th September, 2019
International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer: To create awareness about the protective role the ozone layer plays and the harmful impacts of its depletion.

18th September, 2019
World Water Monitoring Day: To raise awareness about the importance of clean water.

21st September, 2019
International Coastal Cleanup Day: To raise awareness on the importance of keeping coastal areas clean and free from litter and other forms of pollution.

21st September, 2019
Zero Emissions Day: To promote the need for everyone on earth to reduce their emissions and carbon footprint.

22nd September, 2019
World Car-Free Day: On this day, citizens are encouraged to give up their vehicles and explore other options of commuting such as walking and cycling.

22nd September, 2019
World Rhino Day: To celebrate rhinos and raise support for the protection of their habitats.

26th September, 2019
World Environmental Health Day: To emphasize the need to care for the environment in the interest of public health.

29th September, 2019
World Rivers Day: To celebrate the world’s rivers and waterways, and promote the importance of rivers.

1st October, 2019
World Vegetarian Day: To promote the advantages of vegetarianism.

4th October, 2019
World Animal Day: To raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards around the globe.

5th October, 2019
Energy Efficiency Day: To raise awareness on the need to conserve energy and utilize it efficiently.

7th October, 2019
World Habitat Day: To create awareness on the need to protect the environment as a habitat for all organisms on earth.

9th October, 2019
International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction: It is a day set aside for a wake-up call to governments and citizens to understand natural disaster prevention, adaptation and mitigation.

23rd October, 2019
International Snow Leopard Day: It is a day when people are reminded of the plight of this specie and the need to protect its habitat.

24th October, 2019
International Day of Climate Action: To promote climate action and campaign against climate change.

25th October, 2019
Sustainability Day: To create awareness on the need to live sustainably and care for the environment.

1st November, 2019
World Vegan Day: To promote vegan diet.

5th November, 2019
World Tsunami Awareness Day: To spread awareness about tsunamis, how to reduce exposure and mitigate the impacts.

6th November, 2019
International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict: To advocate for environmental protection in wars and conflicts.

5th December, 2019
World Soil Day: To create awareness about the important role the soil plays in mankind’s continued existence and campaign against activities that cause soil pollution.

10th December, 2019
Human Rights Day: To raise awareness about human rights and the environment plays a key role in the enjoyment of these rights.

11th December, 2019
International Mountain Day: To raise awareness about mountain habitats and the need to protect such habitats from destruction.

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Earth Overshoot Day (This year’s date has not been calculated but it was celebrated in August last year and it has been receding every year): To raise awareness on man’s overuse of finite natural resources.

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