Man, the most intelligent being on Earth, should make meaningful and creative interventions in conserving nature. While some events in nature are beyond his control, there are many areas where he can contribute as an agent of change. The Montreal Protocol is an attempt to bring about a change in Man’s perception of the changing climatic conditions of our planet.
The Montreal protocol is a global agreement on substances that deplete the ozone layer. It focuses on the protection of the Ozone Layer. It is an international treaty designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production of numerous substances that are responsible for ozone depletion. The Montreal Protocol was proposed on 26 August 1987 and came into force on 26 January 1989. Its first meeting was held in Helsinki in May 1989.
As result of the interndtion31 agreement, so much of carbon emission has been reduced across the globe and the ozone hole in Antarctica is slowly recovering. Climate projections indicate that the ozone layer will return to perfect health between 2050 and 2070. Due to the widespread adoption and implementation of the Protocol, it has been hailed as an example of exceptional international co-operation.
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