The United Nations General Assembly's resolution on 26 November 2019 established the 7th of September as the "International Day of Clean Air for blue skies," highlighting the need for increased public awareness and coordinated action to enhance air quality. For 2024, the theme "Invest in #CleanAirNow" emphasizes the economic, environmental, and health benefits of investing in clean air and aims to engage governments, industries, corporations, financial institutions, international organizations, and actors of civil society. Despite the significant harm air pollution causes to our economies, our planet and our health, clean air efforts remain chronically underfunded. There is a critical need for investment, robust policies, legislation, and climate action to combat air pollution. Clean Air is an asset. Therefore, we must invest in it to save and improve millions of lives, help tackle climate change, build fairer societies, and strengthen economies. By committing to investing in clean air, we can help prevent far greater economic, environmental, and health-related expenses down the line.
The Asia Pacific Commemoration of the 5th International Day of Clean Air for blue skies is co-organized by UNEP, ESCAP, and UNICEF Thailand.
