NYSC: “Ending Plastic Pollution” World Environment Day 2025 in Akwa Ibom State [VIDEO] – Godwin Asiegbu

The significance of World Environment Day.

World Environment Day is a global event that takes place every year on June 5th. It’s a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of protecting our environment. Here are a few reasons why it’s so significant:

Awareness: World Environment Day is a powerful platform for spreading awareness about environmental issues. It encourages people to think about how their actions impact the planet and inspires them to make changes in their daily lives to reduce their environmental footprint.

Action: The day isn’t just about awareness, it’s about action. Each year, people around the world take part in a variety of activities such as tree planting, clean-up campaigns, and recycling drives to help protect the environment.

Global Unity: World Environment Day brings people together from all corners of the globe to work towards a common goal – a healthier, greener world. It’s a day that transcends borders and cultures, uniting us in our love for the planet.

Education: The day also serves as an opportunity to educate people about the environment. Through various events and activities, people learn about the importance of biodiversity, the effects of climate change, and the role they can play in preserving the environment.

Inspiration: Lastly, World Environment Day serves to inspire people. By showcasing the amazing work being done around the world to protect the environment, it motivates others to get involved and make a difference.

Today is World Environment Day Theme is: Ending Plastic Pollution

My take on is that, there are basically three ways the World can End plastic pollution.

1. R
2. R
3. R

The first R is to reduce the use of plastics.

The second R is to reuse plastics.

The third R is to recycle plastics

In order for us to create and sustain a healthier environment please, let s ensure we do all within our best to beat plastic pollution because globally plastic pollution has caused more harm than good in our societies.

Remember, every little bit helps. Even small changes in our daily lives can have a big impact on the health of our planet.

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By Godwin Asiegbu
A graduate of the discipline, Environmental Management and Toxicology from the prestigious citadel of learning, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike Abia State.

A corp member at De-Trio International Schools located in Ikono L.G.A Akwa Ibom State.

SDG CDS GROUP President, Ikono Local Government Area.