This week’s episode is dedicated to the International Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, a day observed annually on June 17th.
Sand and dust storms contribute to land degradation. They also deteriorate air quality and negatively affect human health.
The objective of this day is to draw attention to the magnitude of the problem and its consequences.
Established by the UN in 2022, at the initiative of the countries most affected by this phenomenon, it aims to raise awareness worldwide and stimulate international cooperation.
