World Environment Day 2025: Beat Plastic Pollution
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | World Environment Day |
| Date | Observed annually on June 5 |
| Inception | Started in 1972 during the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment |
| First Celebration | Held in 1973 |
| Global Participation | Engages over 150 countries annually |
| 2025 Theme | "Beat Plastic Pollution" |
| Host Country (2025) | Republic of Korea |
| Host Location (2025) | Jeju Province |
| Plastic Pollution Facts | - 400 million tonnes of plastic produced annually<br>- Only 9% recycled<br>- Takes up to 500 years to decompose |
| Impact of Plastic Pollution | Affects marine life, soil health, food chains, and climate change |
| Key Actions | - Participate in clean-up drives<br>- Reduce single-use plastics<br>- Plant trees<br>- Organize awareness campaigns<br>- Share on social media |
| India's Initiatives (2025) | - Afforestation Drive in Andhra Pradesh (1 crore saplings)<br>- Water Conservation in Rajasthan (Vande Ganga Jal Abhiyan)<br>- Youth Programs in Assam (National Science Centre activities) |