Environmental Calendar 2024: Mark your schedule for significant ecological events
Like previous years, the UN and other international institutions will set several commemorative dates in 2024, aiming to raise awareness among the population about environmental problems.
Like previous years, the UN and other international institutions will set several commemorative dates in 2024, aiming to raise awareness among the population about environmental problems.
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For instance, you could showcase your organization’s water-saving initiatives on World Water Day or your strategies to cut emissions on World Ozone Day. You could also collaborate with local organizations to create a more significant impact.
This calendar provides a brief description, a link to the event, and the organizing company or foundation, if applicable. A state, city, or county has declared some of these days and they have gained popularity over time. Tradition or history steeps some, while grassroots organizers have initiated others to advocate a cause. An unknown source even initiates some.
January
Date
Event
Description
20th
Penguin Awareness Day
This day inaugurates an ecological calendar and is dedicated to raising awareness about penguins.
21st
Month of Snow
This day marks the start of a month-long celebration of snow.
21st
Month of the Squirrel
This day also marks the start of a month-long celebration of squirrels.
26th
Environmental Education
This day is dedicated to promoting environmental education.
28th
Reduction of CO2 Emissions
This day is dedicated to efforts aimed at reducing CO2 emissions.
February
Date
Event
Description
1st
World Greyhound Day
This day coincides with the end of the hunting period and seeks to highlight the mistreatment and abandonment of some of these animals.
2nd
Wetlands Day
This day is dedicated to the importance of wetlands.
3rd
International No Straw Day
This day aims to raise awareness against plastic pollution.
5th
Weatherman Day
This day is dedicated to weathermen.
11th
Women and Girls in Science Day
This day is dedicated to promoting the role of women and girls in science.
18th
Whale Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about whales.
17th - 23rd
Week of Fight Against Energy Poverty
This week is dedicated to fighting against energy poverty.
March
Date
Event
Description
3rd
World Wildlife and Nature Day
This day is dedicated to celebrating wildlife and nature.
5th
Energy Efficiency Day
This day is dedicated to promoting energy efficiency.
14th
Action for Rivers Day
This day is dedicated to taking action for the conservation of rivers.
21st
Forests Day
This day is dedicated to celebrating forests.
22nd
Water Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about water-related issues.
23rd
Meteorological Day
This day is dedicated to meteorological studies.
30th
World Climate Day and Earth Hour
This day is dedicated to climate action. WWF organizes various activities including the promotion of a voluntary electricity blackout worldwide.
April
Date
Event
Description
5th
World Consciousness Day
This day seeks to promote global awareness beyond political and economic agreements.
7th
Health Day
This day is dedicated to promoting health awareness.
22nd
Mother Earth Day
This day is dedicated to appreciating and protecting our Mother Earth.
24th
Laboratory Animal and Noise Awareness Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about laboratory animals and noise pollution.
27th
Amphibian Conservation Day
This day is dedicated to the conservation of amphibians.
May
Date
Event
Description
2nd
World Tuna Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about tuna conservation.
11th
Migratory Birds Day
This day is dedicated to the conservation of migratory birds.
17th
Recycling Day
This day is dedicated to promoting recycling habits.
20th
Bees Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of bees.
21st
European Day of the Natura 2000 Network
This day celebrates the approval of the Habitats Directive in 1992. It was established by SEO/BirdLife and Efeverde of the EFE Agency in the LIFE Activa Red Natura project.
22nd
Biodiversity Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about biodiversity.
24th
Natural Parks Day
This day is dedicated to celebrating natural parks.
31st
Tobacco-Free Day
This day is dedicated to promoting a tobacco-free lifestyle.
June
Date
Event
Description
3rd
Day of the Bicycle
This day is dedicated to promoting the use of bicycles.
5th
World Environment Day
This is one of the main anniversaries of the annual environmental almanac.
8th
Day of the Oceans
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of oceans.
17th
Day Against Desertification and Drought
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about desertification and drought.
20th
Summer Solstice
This day marks the summer solstice.
21st
Day of the Sun
This day is dedicated to the sun.
24th - 28th
European Sustainable Energy Week
This week is dedicated to promoting sustainable energy.
July
Date
Event
Description
3rd
International Day Without Plastic Bags
This day is dedicated to promoting the reduction of plastic bag use.
7th
Soil Conservation Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about soil conservation.
21st
Dog Day
This day is dedicated to celebrating dogs.
26th
Mangrove Defense Day
This day is dedicated to the protection of mangroves.
August
Date
Event
Description
8th
World Cat Day
This day is dedicated to celebrating cats.
9th
Indigenous Peoples Day
This day is dedicated to recognizing the contributions of indigenous peoples.
18th
Forest Fire Prevention Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about forest fire prevention.
29th
Day Against Nuclear Tests
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of nuclear tests.
September
Date
Event
Description
7th
International Day of Clean Air for a Blue Sky
This day is dedicated to promoting clean air for a blue sky.
16th
Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer
This day is dedicated to the preservation of the ozone layer.
21st
Day for the Comprehensive Management of Solid Waste
This day is dedicated to the comprehensive management of solid waste.
22nd
Autumn Arrival and European Car-Free Day
This day marks the arrival of autumn and is also dedicated to promoting a car-free lifestyle in Europe.
26th
Environmental Health Day
This day is dedicated to promoting environmental health.
29th
Awareness About Food Loss and Waste
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about food loss and waste.
October
Date
Event
Description
4th
World Animal Day
This day is dedicated to celebrating animals.
7th
Habitat Day
This day is dedicated to promoting the importance of habitats.
13th
Natural Disaster Reduction Day
This day is dedicated to reducing the impact of natural disasters.
14th
Electronic Waste Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about electronic waste.
18th
Nature Protection Day
This day is dedicated to protecting nature.
24th
Day Against Climate Change
This day is dedicated to taking action against climate change.
November
Date
Event
Description
1st
World Ecology Day
This day is dedicated to celebrating ecology.
6th
Prevention of Environmental Exploitation in War and Armed Conflicts Day
This day is dedicated to preventing environmental exploitation during war and armed conflicts.
10th
Science for Peace and Development Day
This day is dedicated to promoting the role of science in peace and development.
19th
Toilet Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about sanitation and hygiene issues.
30th
Green Friday (Day Against Consumerism)
This day is dedicated to promoting sustainable consumption habits.
TBD
COP29, the Climate Summit
The Climate Summit, which will be convened in Azerbaijan this year, is expected to start in November.
December
Date
Event
Description
3rd
International Day Against the Use of Pesticides
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the harmful effects of pesticides.
5th
Soil Day
This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of healthy soil.
10th
Human Rights Day
This day is dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights.
11th
Mountains Day
This day is dedicated to celebrating the importance of mountains.
21st
Winter Solstice
This day marks the arrival of winter.
The Food Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has declared 2024 as the International Year of the Camelids, in addition to all these days, to heighten awareness of the economic and cultural importance of these herbivorous mammals: dromedaries, Bactrian camels, vicuñas, alpacas, llamas, and guanacos among public opinion and governments.
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