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Breathe easy and join us in celebrating International Day of Clean Air - let's work together to protect our planet and improve air quality for all.
On September 7, people all around the world come together to celebrate and raise awareness for clean air on International Day of Clean Air. This day was established by the United Nations in 2019 to highlight the importance of clean air for our health and the environment. Did you know that air pollution is responsible for millions of premature deaths each year? That's why it's more important than ever to take action and protect our planet's air quality. So let's come together and make a positive impact on this day, whether it's by reducing our carbon footprint or simply appreciating the fresh, clean air we have access to.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Clean Air Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States passes the Air Pollution Control Act, the nation's first piece of legislation aimed at controlling air pollution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation of the EPA</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is established to protect human health and the environment, including air quality.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rio Earth Summit</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development popularly known as the Rio Earth Summit recognises air pollution as a major environmental issue.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Health Organization Guidelines</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Health Organization (WHO) publishes the first set of guidelines on Air Quality, providing scientific information on the health impacts of air pollution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Air Quality Declared a Carcinogen</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies outdoor air pollution as a cancer-causing agent (carcinogen).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inauguration of International Day of Clean Air</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly establishes September 7 as the International Day of Clean Air for blue skies, emphasizing the importance of clean air for health and climate.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plant a tree</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>One of the best ways to improve air quality is by planting trees. Gather some friends and family and spend the day planting trees in your neighborhood or local park. Not only will you be contributing to clean air, but you'll also be beautifying your community.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a bike ride</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Reduce your carbon footprint and enjoy some fresh air by taking a bike ride instead of driving. You can make it a fun group activity by organizing a bike tour with friends or family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a clean air movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends over for a movie night dedicated to raising awareness about clean air. Screen documentaries or movies that highlight the importance of clean air and discuss ways to make a positive impact.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a clean air volunteer group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Research local organizations that focus on clean air initiatives and join a volunteer group. This is a great way to get involved and make a difference in your community.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a neighborhood cleanup</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your neighbors and organize a neighborhood cleanup day. Pick up litter, plant trees, and spread awareness about the importance of keeping our environment clean for better air quality.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Clean air is essential for our health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Breathing in polluted air can have serious consequences for our health, such as respiratory illnesses and even lung cancer. International Day of Clean Air reminds us of the importance of clean air for our overall well-being.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Clean air helps the environment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Air pollution not only affects human health, but it also has a negative impact on the environment. By promoting clean air, we are also taking a step towards preserving our planet and reducing the effects of climate change.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages us to take action</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Day of Clean Air serves as a reminder that we all have a responsibility to protect not only our own health, but also the health of others and the environment. This day prompts us to take action in our daily lives - from reducing emissions to recycling and more - in order to make a positive impact on air quality.</p></div></div>
International Day of Clean Air is celebrated on September 7th every year. In 2024 International Day of Clean Air will occur on a Saturday.
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