International Day of Education, 24 January
Today, 250 million children and adolescents are out of school and 763 million adults are illiterate, according to UNESCO.
PHOTO:© UNESCO/Emily Pinna
Education is a fundamental right, and a central component for sustainable development and world peace.
This World Day follows the Sustainable Development Goals 4 (Quality Education), and 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities).
International Day of Clean Energy, 26 January
PHOTO:Raphael Pouget/UNICEF
Clean energy is a growing necessity for sustainable development and for aiding the planet against climate change. 90% of carbon dioxide emissions come from burning fossil fuels, and although 29% of current electricity is provided by renewables, emissions have to be cut in half by 2030 and almost completely removed by 2050.
This World Day follows the Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable And Clean Energy), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and 13 (Climate Action).
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