International Clean Air Day 2021

The day invites us all to consider how we can support action for clean air in our countries, cities and businesses, and make changes in our daily lives to reduce air pollution. These actions, in turn, benefit people’s health and reduces climate warming air pollutants and greenhouse gases.

The United Nations General Assembly adopted the Resolution to hold an International Day of Clean Air for blue skies on 19 December 2019, during its 74th session, and invited the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to facilitate the observance of the International Day, in collaboration with other relevant organizations.

#WorldCleanAirDay aims to raise awareness at all levels—individual, community, corporate and government—about the importance of clean air for health, productivity, the economy and the environment, and highlight the solutions that can improve air quality and provide #CleanAirForAll.

This day provides a platform for strengthening global solidarity and political momentum for action against air pollution and climate change, including increased international cooperation on the collection of air quality data, carrying out joint research, developing new technologies and sharing best practices.

Learn more on the SEI website.