International Mountain Day is observed annually on December 11th to raise awareness about the significance of mountains and the challenges they face. This year, the theme is “Mountain Solutions: Innovation, Adaptation, and Youth for a Sustainable Future”, highlighting the crucial role of innovative solutions, adaptive practices, and youth involvement in ensuring a sustainable future for mountain environments and communities.
Mountains cover 27% of the Earth’s land surface and provide essential resources, such as fresh water, biodiversity, and climate regulation. However, they are threatened by climate change, deforestation, and overexploitation.
