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Montreal Protocol

The Montreal Protocol is an international treaty. It aims to protect the ozone layer. The agreement was signed in 1987. It regulates substances that deplete the ozone. Countries commit to phasing out harmful chemicals. These include chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). The protocol has been successful in reducing ozone depletion. It is considered a achievement in environmental law. The treaty promotes global cooperation for a healthier planet.

Satellite Pollution and Its Environmental Impact

The increasing number of satellites in orbit is raising concerns about atmospheric pollution. Currently, there are over 10,000...

 November 25, 2024

Environmental Policy and Science

In a world grappling with unprecedented environmental challenges, the intersection of environmental policy and science has become increasingly...

 December 12, 2023

History of Environmental Science

Environmental science, a discipline aimed at understanding the intricate relationships between humans and their surroundings, has a rich...

 December 10, 2023

The Ozone-UV Bulletin

After a seven-year hiatus, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has reintroduced the ozone-UV bulletin, signaling the consistent recuperation...

 July 3, 2023

The Montreal Action Plan

The eleventh session of the conference took place between November 28 and December 9, 2005 in Montreal, Quebec...

 December 22, 2022

The Five Earth Summit Agreements

This legally binding agreement is a first ever attempt to evaluate and address global warming on an international...

 December 22, 2022

India Successfully Phases Out Ozone-Depleting HCFC-141b

In a significant environmental achievement, India has effectively phased out the use of Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC)-141b. As reported by...

 January 22, 2020

Antarctica’s Ozone Hole Smallest Since 1982 Due to Warm Weather

In the fall months of September and October 2019, an unusual event occurred in the skies above our...

 October 23, 2019

International Ozone Day Celebrates 32 Years of Healing

The International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer is globally recognized every year on September 16th....

 September 15, 2019

Study: Global Population Ingesting Microplastics Weekly

According to a recent study conducted by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), people across the globe...

 June 12, 2019

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