World Environment Day is an annual event established by the UN to raise awareness about environmental protection. This year's theme is "Beat Plastic Pollution." Plastic pollution poses a threat to the environment, wildlife, and human health. Everyone can play a role in reducing single-use plastics and properly disposing of and recycling plastics. Collective small actions can make a significant difference in beating plastic pollution and creating a more sustainable future.

1. World Environment Day
Othman Elshaikh

2. Overview World
Environment Day
Overview World Environment Day is an
annual event established by the United
Nations to raise awareness and promote
action for the protection of the environment.
It serves as a global platform for individuals,
communities, and organizations to come
together and address pressing
environmental challenges.

3. Beat Plastic
Pollution
campaign
Theme of the Year The theme
chosen for this year's World
Environment Day is the
BeatPlasticPollution campaign
This theme highlights the
importance of
. It urges individuals and societies
to take collective action towards
BeatPlasticPollution campaign

4. Importance of
Tackling Plastic
Pollution
• Plastic pollution poses a significant
threat to our environment, wildlife,
and human health. Single-use plastics,
such as bottles, bags, and straws,
contribute to the growing problem of
plastic waste that ends up in landfills,
oceans, and ecosystems. Taking action
to beat plastic pollution is vital for
preserving biodiversity and ensuring a
cleaner, healthier planet.

5. Impacts of Plastic
Pollution

6. Global Efforts to Beat Plastic
Pollution Worldwide

7. Call to Action
Call to Action - What You Can Do Everyone has a role to play in beating plastic
pollution. Here are some actions you can take:
Call
Reduce single-use plastics in your daily life.
Reduce
Opt for reusable alternatives, such as water bottles and shopping bags.
Opt
Recycle and dispose of plastics responsibly.
Recycle and
dispose
Support organizations and campaigns dedicated to reducing plastic waste.
Support
Raise awareness by sharing information with friends, family, and your community.
Raise

8. Conclusion • Conclusion By actively participating in the "Beat Plastic
Pollution" campaign, we can collectively make a
difference. Through small changes in our habits and
choices, we contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable
planet. Let us join hands to beat plastic pollution and
create a better future for ourselves and future
generations.

9. Importance of Tackling Plastic Pollution
and Climate Change
• Importance of Tackling Plastic Pollution and Climate Change Plastic pollution and climate
change are interconnected global challenges that require urgent attention. Plastic
production, from extraction to manufacturing, contributes to greenhouse gas emissions,
exacerbating climate change. Additionally, the improper disposal of plastic waste releases
harmful pollutants into the environment, further impacting the climate.

10. Climate vs. Weather
• Climate (continued)
• Provides understanding of typical weather
conditions, seasonal variations, and overall climate
regime.
• Represented by statistical data (average
temperatures, rainfall levels, climatological
patterns).

11. Weather
• Weather
• Definition: Weather refers to short-term atmospheric
conditions at a specific location and time.
• Includes current factors like temperature, humidity,
cloud cover, precipitation, wind speed, and atmospheric
pressure.
• Can change rapidly and influenced by solar radiation, air
pressure systems, oceanic patterns, and local geography.

12. Climate Adaptation vs. Mitigation
• Climate Adaptation
• Definition: Climate adaptation refers to actions and measures taken
to reduce the vulnerability and build resilience of human and natural
systems to the impacts of climate change.
• Focuses on adapting to the changes that are already occurring or
expected to occur.
• Examples: developing early warning systems, implementing
infrastructure improvements, promoting sustainable agriculture
practices.

13. Climate Mitigation
• Climate Mitigation
• Definition: Climate mitigation refers to
actions and measures taken to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions or enhance the
removal of greenhouse gases from the
atmosphere.
• Focuses on reducing the causes of climate
change by limiting or preventing greenhouse
gas emissions.
• Examples: transitioning to renewable energy
sources, improving energy efficiency,
adopting sustainable transportation methods.

14. COP27

15. Results of COP27
• An agreement to accelerate the phase-out of coal power. The
agreement calls for developed countries to phase out coal
power by 2030, and for developing countries to phase it out by
2040.
• A commitment to increase financial support for climate
action. Developed countries committed to providing $100 billion
per year in climate finance to developing countries by 2025.
• A launch of a new initiative to reduce methane emissions. The
Global Methane Pledge aims to reduce methane emissions by
30% by 2030.

16. Some extreme
weather events
in Egypt
• Heat waves: In 2022, Egypt experienced a heat
wave that lasted for several weeks. Temperatures
reached as high as 50 degrees Celsius (122
degrees Fahrenheit), and several people died from
heatstroke.
• Drought: Egypt has been experiencing a drought
for several years. The drought has caused water
shortages, crop failures, and livestock deaths.
• Sandstorms: Egypt is prone to sandstorms, which
can cause respiratory problems, damage property,
and disrupt transportation.
• Flash floods: Egypt is also prone to flash floods,
which can occur when heavy rains fall in a short
period of time. Flash floods can cause mudslides,
damage property, and displace people.

17. Climate change has a negative impact
on health and food security in Egypt in a
number of ways.
Heat waves: Heat
waves can cause
heatstroke,
respiratory
problems, and
other health
problems. In 2022,
Egypt experienced
a heat wave that
lasted for several
weeks.
Temperatures
reached as high as
50 degrees Celsius
(122 degrees
Fahrenheit), and
several people died
from heatstroke.
Drought: Drought
can lead to water
shortages, crop
failures, and
livestock deaths.
Egypt has been
experiencing a
drought for several
years. The drought
has caused water
shortages, crop
failures, and
livestock deaths.
Sandstorms: Sandst
orms can cause
respiratory
problems, damage
property, and
disrupt
transportation.
Egypt is prone to
sandstorms, which
can cause
respiratory
problems, damage
property, and
disrupt
transportation.
Flash floods: Flash
floods can cause
mudslides, damage
property, and
displace people.
Egypt is also prone
to flash floods,
which can occur
when heavy rains
fall in a short period
of time. Flash
floods can cause
mudslides, damage
property, and
displace people.

18. Some of the social impacts of climate change in Egypt
include
• Increased poverty: Climate change is causing a number of problems in Egypt, including
drought, desertification, and rising sea levels. These problems are making it difficult for
people to make a living, and are leading to an increase in poverty.
• Food insecurity: Climate change is also affecting Egypt's food security. The country is
already facing a water shortage, and climate change is making the problem worse. This is
leading to a decrease in crop production, and is making it more difficult for people to get
enough to eat.
• Health problems: Climate change is also causing a number of health problems in Egypt.
The country is experiencing more heat waves, which are leading to an increase in heat-
related illnesses and deaths. Climate change is also causing an increase in the spread of
diseases, such as malaria and dengue fever.
• Displacement: Climate change is also causing displacement in Egypt. The country is
experiencing more extreme weather events, such as floods and droughts. These events
are making it difficult for people to live in their homes, and are forcing them to move to
other areas.

19. Here are some recommendations for
personal-level actions to face climate change:
Reduce your carbon footprint. This can be
done by making small changes to your
lifestyle, such as driving less, using less
energy, and recycling more.
Support sustainable businesses. This can be
done by buying products from businesses
that are committed to reducing their
environmental impact.
Get involved in climate activism. This can
be done by contacting your elected officials
and urging them to take action on climate
change.
Educate yourself and others about climate
change. This can be done by reading books,
articles, and websites about climate
change. You can also talk to your friends
and family about the importance of
addressing climate change.

20. Here are some recommendations for personal-level actions to
adapt to climate change:
Be prepared for extreme
weather events. This includes
having a plan for what to do in
the event of a flood, hurricane,
or other natural disaster.
1
Learn about the risks of climate
change in your area. This
includes learning about the
potential impacts of climate
change, such as rising sea levels,
more extreme weather events,
and changes in plant and animal
life.
2
Make changes to your home to
make it more climate-
resilient. This could include
installing insulation,
weatherproofing your windows,
and planting trees around your
home.
3
Become involved in your
community. This could include
volunteering for a local
environmental organization or
working with your neighbors to
develop a plan for adapting to
climate change.
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