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Internationally Recognized Days other days   September 16: International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer September 16 is the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer. It was designated by the United Nations to commemorate a very important day in world history. Nine years ago, 24 countries met in Montreal and announced to the world that the time had come to stop destroying the ozone layer. In so doing, these countries committed themselves to rid the world of substances that threaten the ozone layer. To-date 155 countries have signed on to one of the most widely recognized international agreement, the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. Why was international action to protect the ozone layer so necessary? The answer is simple: life depends on it. Search TIG for International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer Visit the official website for 'International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer' Get involved with the United Nations Environment Program! One way to become involved is the UNEP Environmental Youth Network that is a global database of youth organizations and youth activists worldwide who are working towards environmental development. The Network helps to provide regular information on UNEP activities and initiatives, as well as publication. It also helps to promote active communication between the UNEP and young people. Get started now! Participate here... Check out other tools on the Site Map