Eco dates for the diary 2022
If you're galvanised by a 'day/week for a cause', you'll be wanting to jot down in your diary these upcoming weeks which cover a host of environmental themes. Take part as an individual, a family, a business, a team and feel virtuous and productive.
From Veganuary to World Water Day, there are plenty of weeks to focus the mind on living more sustainably. Diary dates courtesy of Zero Waste Scotland
OCTOBER 2022
This month is Unblocktober, a national campaign and awareness month to encourage the great British public to consider the health of our drains, sewers, rivers and seas. We all know about icebergs, but this campaign turns the focus to fatbergs. It’s a time to think about what we pour down our sinks or flush down our toilets.
October is also International Walk to School Month. A poll on their website says children who walk to school are more engaged with their streets and aware of the impact of cars than those who don’t. It’s also healthier for them and their parents.
1 October marks World Vegetarian Day. Even if you are a committed meat eater, why not give it up just for one day? Learn about the benefits and how you can support the day on their website.
World Animal Day is marked on October 4, the saint’s day of Francis of Assisi, known for his love of animals. The day’s focus is on animals being treated as sentient living things. Dame Maureen Lipman and Virginia McKenna are among its supporters.
NOVEMBER 2022
Challenge yourself to go vegetarian or vegan by joining the Veg Pledge for Cancer Research UK.
1 November marks World Vegan Day. Globally celebrated to recognise how far the vegan movement has come and to highlight how accessible and beneficial veganism is.
DECEMBER 2022
5 December marks World Soil Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness on how to keep soil alive and protect biodiversity
11 December is International Mountain Day. Mountains host about half of the world's biodiversity hotspots. Unfortunately, mountains are under threat from climate change and overexploitation. See how you can get involved in this campaign because #MountainsMatter.
