Tomorrow (16 September) is the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, and this year's theme is "Montreal Protocol: fixing the ozone layer and reducing climate change".
The ozone layer is a fragile shield of gas that protects the Earth from the harmful portion of the rays of the sun, helping to preserve life on the planet.
The phaseout of controlled uses of ozone-depleting substances and the related reductions have not only helped protect the ozone layer for this and future generations, but have also contributed significantly to global efforts to address climate change.
It has also protected human health and ecosystems by limiting the harmful ultraviolet radiation from reaching the Earth.
Montreal Protocol: fixing the ozone layer and reducing climate change
On Saturday we celebrate the achievement of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. The protocol was adopted in 1985, when governments, scientists and industry worked together to cut 99% of all ozone-depleting substances.
This year's theme highlights and reiterates the positive impact of the Montreal Protocol on ozone layer recovery and reducing climate change. It especially emphasises the Kigali Amendment, which through the phase-down of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and improved efficiency in the cooling sector, will provide additional climate mitigation benefits.
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