Holidays in Belarus - Environmental Protection Day

Every year on June 5, according to the Decree of the President of the Republic of Belarus, the country celebrates Environmental Protection Day in Belarus. It also coincides with World Environment Day. This event is aimed at attracting the attention of the public and political forces, to provoke their active actions, which would be aimed at protecting nature, at increasing its unique wealth. Because it’s no secret that today it is especially important to direct efforts to preserve minerals and clean air for future generations. It should be noted that significant changes in this direction are already noticeable in the Republic of Belarus. Thus, the amount of harmful emissions from industrial enterprises into the atmosphere has decreased by almost three times, and into water by 10 times. Before starting any construction or reconstruction work, an environmental assessment must be carried out. Parks and gardens are also being created, and special measures are being taken to protect the Belovezhskaya Pushcha Nature Reserve. The government is developing special projects and long-term programs whose goal is the environmental safety of the country. As part of the Environmental Protection Day, the state hosts thematic screenings of documentaries, social videos, seminars, environmental exhibitions, discussions, quizzes, excursions, conferences, and competitions on landscaping and landscaping. Many citizens take part in tree planting and numerous community cleanups. Also on this day, city administrations in the Republic of Belarus organize ceremonial rallies, festive concerts, and cyclist parades. Educational institutions host themed classes, poetry and poster competitions, and issue newspapers, leaflets and bulletins that encourage everyone to protect and enhance nature.