International Mountain Day is an annual event which draws attention to environmental issues related to mountains, and to highlight the critical roles that mountainous regions of our world play. This includes producing food, serving as a source of fresh water, providing a suitable ecosystem for numerous species and providing trekking, mountain climbing, skiing and other recreational outdoor activities.

World Soil Day is held annually on the 5th of December as a means to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources.

World Wildlife Conservation Day, celebrated on the 4th of December, serves as an annual reminder of the need to safeguard our planet’s remarkable biodiversity. This special day is dedicated to raising awareness about the conservation of endangered species and their habitats.

Water Night is an annual event aiming to enhance water knowledge and encourage everyone to value water more. Take part by turning off all non-essential taps from 5-10pm on the 24th of October.

International E-Waste Day takes place on the 14th of October each year. It was first introduced in 2018 by the Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment Forum to raise awareness of the need for e-waste recycling among consumers.

World Habitat Day is marked on the first Monday of October each year, and is recognised by the United Nations to reflect on the state of towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter. The day is also intended to remind the world that everyone has the power and the responsibility to shape the future of towns and cities.

With increasing awareness about the environmental impact of disposable products, No Disposable Cup Day emerges as a significant event that encourages individuals to adopt more sustainable practices in their day to day lives. This initiative specifically targets the ubiquitous disposable cup, urging people to switch to reusable alternatives for their beverages.

World Vegetarian Day is observed annually on the 1st of October. It is a day of celebration established by the North American Vegetarian Society in 1977 to promote the joy, compassion and life-enhancing possibilities of vegetarianism, whilst bringing awareness to the ethical, environmental health and humanitarian benefits of a vegetarian lifestyle.

World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world’s waterways. It highlights the many values of rivers and strives to increase public awareness and encourages the improved stewardship of rivers around the world.

Seed Gathering Season, which runs from the 22nd of September - 22nd of October, is a great opportunity for us to come together and gather seeds from local trees and nurture them to become young saplings, which can be planted locally to benefit future generations.

On the 22nd of September, Car Free Day encourages motorists around the world to give up their vehicles for a day. Car Free Day aims to see what life would be like without cars on the road, encouraging motorists to walk or cycle instead.

National and World Cleanup Day takes place annually on the third Saturday in September and brings together people worldwide to clean up and care for their communities. This day has brought together millions of people nationally and internationally for the biggest waste collection day in human history.

The 1st of September marks the start of Organic September, a month-long campaign dedicated to promoting organic products and raising awareness about the benefits of organic farming and living.

The Second Hand September campaign puts pre-loved clothing in the spotlight, as people pledge to only buy second hand clothing for the duration of the month. The pledge was started by Oxfam, who wanted people to rethink the month that’s usually associated with Fashion Week and encourage them to shop second hand rather than the latest trends for the approaching Autumn / Winter season.

World Plant Milk Day takes place on the 22nd of August. Celebrated annually, this day promotes the benefits of plant-based milk alternatives and raises awareness about the environmental and health advantages of choosing plant milk over dairy.

World Humanitarian Day is an international day dedicated to recognise humanitarian personnel and those who have sacrificed their lives whilst working for humanitarian causes. It is intended to raise public awareness of humanitarian assistance worldwide and each year focuses on a specific theme - bringing people together to advocate for the survival, well-being and dignity of people affected by crises, and for the safety and security of aid workers.

World Elephant Day is a day to raise awareness of the threats faced by Asian and African elephants. Since 2012, organisations around the world have worked together on this day to improve conditions for elephants.

International Tiger Day is an annual celebration held each year on the 29th of July, to raise awareness of the decline in wild tiger numbers, leaving them on the brink of extinction, and to encourage the celebration of the important work of tiger conservation.

National Bog Day is celebrated around the world every year on the fourth Sunday in July. This annual event, in celebration of bogs, fens, swamps and marshes is an opportunity to raise awareness of peatlands - the benefits they provide, the threats they face and the ways we can all help protect them.

Join us for the grand final of Ms & Mrs Earth UK 2025! Further information and tickets to the event will be released in April.

Plastic Free July is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution - so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities.

Founded in 2017 by Rainforest Partnership, World Rainforest Day celebrates the importance of healthy, standing rainforests for climate, biodiversity, culture and livelihoods - and convenes a global movement to protect and restore them.

On the 18th of June we celebrate Sustainable Gastronomy Day. Sustainable Gastronomy is cuisine that takes into account where the ingredients are from, how the food is grown and how it gets to our markets and eventually onto our plates. The campaign encourages us to acknowledge that everyone plays a role in making sustainable choices for healthy diets and a food-secure future.