World Environment Day 2025: Inspiring Wishes, Quotes & Images To Share On June 5
Happy World Environment Day 2025: Share these inspiring wishes, quotes, images, and greetings to encourage everyone to protect and preserve the planet.
World Environment Day 2025: Observed every year on June 5, World Environment Day is the largest global platform for environmental awareness and action. Celebrated by millions worldwide, it has been led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) since its inception in 1973. Over the decades, it has grown into a powerful movement driving change through education and community participation.
The Republic of Korea will host World Environment Day in 2025, with a focus on ending plastic waste globally. This year, World Environment Day joins the UNEP-led #BeatPlasticPollution campaign to encourage communities throughout the globe to adopt and promote solutions.
This year's theme aims to highlight the harmful impact of plastic waste on ecosystems and to inspire collective action toward sustainable, long-term solutions.
Whether you're a passionate environmentalist or just learning about sustainability, sharing quotes and well wishes can inspire others to care for the environment. Here's wishes and quotes that you can share with your family and friends.
World Environment Day 2025: Wishes
World Environment Day 2025: Quotes
'The environment is where we all meet, where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share." – Lady Bird Johnson
'If we surrendered to earth's intelligence, we could rise up rooted, like trees." – Rainer Maria Rilke
'The Earth does not belong to us: we belong to the Earth." – Marlee Matlin
'The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it." – Robert Swan
'One of the first conditions of happiness is that the link between man and nature shall not be broken." – Leo Tolstoy
'Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better." – Albert Einstein
World Environment Day – FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is World Environment Day?
World Environment Day is the United Nations' principal platform to raise awareness and encourage action for the protection of the environment.
When is World Environment Day celebrated?
It is celebrated every year on June 5.
Who organises World Environment Day?
It is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and supported by governments, organizations, and individuals globally.
Why was June 5 chosen for this day?
June 5 marks the opening day of the historic 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment held in Stockholm, which laid the foundation for modern environmental diplomacy.
Why is World Environment Day important?
It mobilizes millions around the world to take environmental action. It serves as a reminder that everyone has a role in building a greener, more sustainable future.
How can individuals participate in World Environment Day?
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How can schools and organisations get involved?
They can organize eco-friendly activities like tree planting, awareness campaigns, art contests, recycling initiatives, or host guest speakers on environmental topics.
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