World Ozone Day is a celebration of international cooperation in addressing a major environmental issue and a reminder of the importance of protecting the planet’s atmosphere.
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World Ozone Day is celebrated annually on September 16, it serves as a reminder of the global commitment to safeguarding the ozone layer.
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The Montreal Protocol was signed on September 16, 1987, and became a landmark agreement in environmental protection.
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The ozone layer acts as a protective shield in the Earth's stratosphere, absorbing the majority of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
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The depletion of the ozone layer was first observed in the 1980s, notably through the discovery of a large ozone hole over Antarctica.
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The Montreal Protocol has been hailed as a significant achievement in international environmental policy.
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The Montreal Protocol has also had a positive effect on mitigating climate change.
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The ongoing recovery of the ozone layer underscores the importance of vigilance in environmental protection.