International Day of Zero Waste observed on 30 March

Exam-focused facts from the 1 April 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

International Day of Zero Waste is observed annually on 30 March.
The day was established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2022.
It is facilitated by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and UN-Habitat.
The observance promotes sustainable consumption and production patterns and raises awareness of the global waste crisis.