About World Water Day
World Water Day, on 22 March every year is about focusing attention on the importance of water.
World Water Day marks one of the most important days in March for the entire world as it raises awareness of freshwater shortage as a world crisis. It was recommended to be celebrated in 1992 at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) in Rio de Janerio. And then, in 1993 the first World Water Day was celebrated.
Find out more
Similar Observances
World Soil Day
Join the global effort on World Soil Day to protect the earth's vital skin, ensuring future sustainability and life.
Read More
Read More
World Environment Day
Since 1974, World Environment Day has been celebrated every year on 5 June: engaging governments, businesses, celebrities and citizens to focus their efforts on a pressing environmental issue.
Read More
Read More
International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste Reduction
One-third of food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted globally, which amounts to about 1.3 billion tonnes per year.
Read More
Read More
