Tag: Climate change

International Mountain Day

International Mountain Day Mountains are home to 15% of the world´s population and a quarter of the world’s land animals and plants. They provide fresh water for everyday life to half of humanity. Unfortunately, mountains are under threat from climate change and overexploitation. The rising temperatures also mean that mountain glaciers are melting at unprecedented rates, affecting freshwater supplies downstream for millions of people. International Mountain Day is celebrated on 11 December…

World Peace Day

World Peace Day The International Day of Peace is observed around the world each year on 21 September. Established in 1981 by unanimous United Nations resolution, Peace Day provides a globally shared date for all humanity to commit to Peace above all differences and to contribute to building a Culture of Peace. World Peace Day The peace dove flying with an olive branch in its beak is one of the…

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