International holidays - Environmental Education Day

The date chosen to honor environmental education in Russia is May 12 Also on this day, teaching the basics of environmental education is supported by all countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States The holiday dates back to 1991 It was established to focus public attention on the environment and to raise awareness and responsibility towards nature and the environment Environmental education ensures that people become aware that the natural environment around us requires protection Forms a firm conviction in the obligation of caring for nature and the animal world Fosters in a person the wise use of natural resources The basis for the celebration of environmental education was the official announcement of the creation of an international program This program was adopted in 1972 in Stockholm The main objectives were to increase the level of environmental education in order to protect the Earth's natural resources Teaching the basics of ecology is, first of all, a process that includes three main points: 1 The first point of training is aimed at expanding knowledge about the environment, the basics of its protection and protection2 The second point is a systematic approach to the knowledge gained 3 The next stage is the opportunity to apply environmental knowledge in practice Many educational institutions offer courses on government programs that provide training in the basics of ecology There is also an in-depth study of environmental disciplines in specialized universities to train specialists and teachers in environmental protection As part of the holiday, various events aimed at protecting the environment are held throughout the country In many Russian cities there are environmental centers and organizations involved in organizing events aimed at protecting nature Environmental Education Day is an excellent opportunity to popularize environmental protection measures Each resident can make a contribution by removing trash from their own yards near their houses Plant trees and flowers in public parks and squares, join environmental groups and communities, promoting environmental education to the masses Nowadays, the topic of ecology has come to the fore and is of key importance at the global level The leading states of the planet are concerned about this topic Great importance is attached to the preservation of natural resources and the ecosystem as a whole People educated in the field of ecology are the asset of every state on the planet With this knowledge, we can conserve our natural resources for as long as possible Thereby optimizing conditions for both plants and animals The ecosystem, flora and fauna that surround us is an integral part of human life By increasing the level of personal environmental education, we thereby save the planet from depletion and extinction of nature