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CLIMATE CHANGE action: BIO-FERTILIZER BASED ON SARGASSUM At Green Garden Corp., we have always been committed to transparent corporate social responsibility. For this reason, we want to take advantage of this medium to share that we have begun to use Sargassum-based fertilizer in different hotels that we care for and maintain. In recent years, we have experienced an increase in sargassum on many beaches around the world. In addition to its high cost of removal, this algae gives off an unpleasant odor when it begins its putrefaction process, which causes a bad image and a lot of inconvenience for tourists. In addition, the largest economic source of many of these Caribbean countries is tourism, so Sargassum ends up affecting the country's economic growth. A study by the Superior Technological Institute of Misantla obtained the following results during the preparation and use of this type of fertilizer: “By applying this biofertilizer to agricultural crops, the use of “synthetic fertilizers” (Finck, 1998), and the cost of “agricultural production” (INEGI, 2007) are significantly reduced. The quality of the "crops" is increased (INEGI, 2007), maintaining soil moisture and offering greater availability of nutrients. The beaches are kept free of visual pollution. National business opportunity for mulch, a useful input for landscape design and gardening, leachate, alginate, etc.” In Figure 1 we can observe the process for the elaboration of this type of fertilizer based on Sargassum (Cuxim Suaste & Balam Cen). At Green Garden Corp. we collaborate with Dianco México , a company made up of environmentalists, engineers, biotechnologists, agronomists and scientists specialized in Phycology. We also share values as they are passionate about technology, sustainability, innovation and the use of natural resources. With a sustainable, innovative, automated process with "0" waste, 100% of the sargassum collected by governments, hotels, sargaceras and transporters is used to transform it into organic fertilizers. The damage to the ecology, to the image of the beaches in the face of tourism, to the filtration of leachate into the subsoil and the damage that these cause to the health of the population is avoided, by preventing the sargassum from continuing to deposit in the jungle. This process also offers a real solution to the problem of erosion, since up to 95% of the sand is recovered to be returned to its beaches. The process they follow is based on the ISO 9001-2015 standard and is as follows: Storage - Treatment - Sand extraction - Salt extraction - Heavy metal removal - Nutrient extraction - Bagasse processing - Bacterial enrichment - Packing and packaging - Storage - Delivery Figures always help put things in perspective: 150,000 tons of sargassum will be transformed per year (1 ton in 5 minutes) 100% of the sargassum (wet and dry) will be used 0% waste generated 95% of the sand contained in the sargassum will be recovered 2,600 tons a year of sand will be able to return to its beaches 300 tons of PET, glass, aluminum and garbage will be separated and recycled every year 70% of our process water will be reused 1,500 tons will have the capacity of our Collection Center 6,000 tons of Biofertilizers will be packaged monthly 4,800 tons of Soil Improver will be packaged per month 2,000,000 small agricultural producers may be benefited per month 5,000,000 hectares will be able to replace agrochemicals with organic fertilizers Millions of trees will not be felled with our pulp production (2nd stage). We are proud to collaborate with Dianco México to continue helping to keep our world healthy and in continuous evolution. References: Cuxim Suaste, M. E., & Balam Cen, R. V. (n.d.). Proceso para la elaboración de un biofertilizante a base de Sargassum. CITT. Retrieved August 18, 2022, from https://citt.itsm.edu.mx/ Dianco México. Nuestra innovación. (n.d.). Retrieved August 18, 2022, from http://diancomexico.com/dianco/nosotros

THE FOURTH EDITION OF THE GREEN GARDEN CUP 2022 IS HELD AT HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO PUNTA CANA Last Saturday, July 2, the Fourth Edition of the Green Garden Cup Golf Tournament was held, organized and sponsored by Green Garden Corp. Jorge Puente, Javier Moreno, Antonio Perez-Hernandez, Alberto Smith durante torneo Green Garden Cup 2022 This year the tournament was held at the Hard Rock Punta Cana Course, in pairs Scramble format and had the participation of 50 people, being the most popular edition to date. It should be noted that this is an invitational tournament, which has already established itself as an important and recognized annual event in Punta Cana and in which the company Green Garden Corp., with its President Mr. Juan Arimón at the head, gathers and invites clients , friends, collaborators and institutional representatives to share a relaxed day around golf. Once it was over, a lunch was served for participants, personalities, clients, collaborators and friends where it was possible to share in a relaxed way among all the attendees. Presidente de Green Garden Corp. D. Juan Arimón Greatly thank the presence of the Spanish ambassador in the Dominican Republic, Mr. Antonio Perez-Hernandez y Torra, and the honorary consul, Mr. Javier Moreno. Players and friends also shared with us, Daniel Hernández, Regional Director of Operations AM Resorts, Héctor Baltazar, VP of Operations and Development Cap Cana, Fernando Castillo, Director Preopening, Conversions and TaskForce Bahia Príncipe, David Barreiro, Manager Hyatt Ziva & Zilara Cap Cana, Rafael Silva, Director Iberostar Dominicus, Jorge Puente, Director Dreams Palm Beach, Alberto Smith, Director of Operations Landsite & Cargo International Airport of Punta Cana and Ezequiel Pinillos, Director of H10 works, among others. On this occasion, in addition and due to the growth process of Green Garden in the Caribbean and its recent implementation in Miami by the company Tenusa, the Tournament has been framed within a larger corporate event, the Green Garden Cup Week 2022 . This corporate event, which is the first time it has been held, was attended by the entire Arimón family, headed by its president and by his four grown children Eduardo, Bosco, Jaime Arimón and Cristina Reynoso, manager of the Marketing department, a new generation that has been pushing hard and who already play a very active role in the company in its division in Spain. Fernando Castillo y Daniel Hernández celebrando un gran putt It was the first meeting of directors of Green Garden Corp and was attended by the CEO of Green Garden in the Caribbean, Pedro López, the CFO, Manuel Domínguez and the directors of the destinations where the company is established to date. The Dominican Republic as host of the event, with Amalio Pérez Gotarda, Mexico with David Cáceres, Jamaica with Juan José Villagrán, Panama with Antonio Márquez and the recent addition of Miami with Pablo Luque. Directors of operations, managers and heads of administration, marketing, human resources and greenkeepers from the different destinations also participated in the meeting. During the week there have been training sessions, work meetings, discussions, visits to hotels, gardens and nurseries that the company manages in Punta Cana, as well as an extensive program of recreational and entertainment activities that culminated on Saturday with the golf tournament and with the subsequent closing meal and award ceremony. It has been an intense but very productive week at all levels. It has allowed, in addition to the meeting between the different destinations, to foster team spirit and belonging to the company and to have the certainty that everyone is marching in the same direction with the same objectives and with a firm step in this process of growth and globalization of Green Garden Corp. Ganadores del torneo Franz Acevedo (izquierda) y George Veras (derecha) con el presidente de Green Garden Corp. D. Juan Arimón (centro) The Green Garden Corp company thanks everyone who has made this event possible, its clients and especially its team of collaborators from the different destinations that are, in short, the essence of the company and those who make that, day by day, it grows and consolidates itself as a benchmark in its sector, for its technical quality, but above all for its human quality.

Nuestros proyectos en República Dominicana, México, Panamá, Jamaica y próximamente en Miami. PROJECTS PER COUNTRY DOMINICAN REPUBLIC JAMAICA GRENADA FLORIDA CARIBBEAN REGION OF MEXICO ST. LUCIA GRENADA PACIFIC REGION OF MEXICO ANTIGUA & BARBUDA PANAMA

LOW WATER CONSUMPTION GARDENING: CONTRIBUTING TO THE CARE OF THE WORLD The increase in water consumption in agriculture and green areas has raised concerns about its consequences on aquifers and water reserves worldwide. Coupled with the rise in global temperatures, evapotranspiration levels are decreasing the availability of freshwater alarmingly. Faced with this issue, at Green Garden Corp., we have committed ourselves to environmental responsibility and have been developing garden designs with a reduced or low water requirement for their proper maintenance. Evapotranspiraci-n. (n.d.). https://www.recursosaguapuertorico.com/Evapotranspiraci-n.html?no_redirect=true The primary focus of our work is to conduct a detailed analysis of native species in each region where we operate. In this way, we can select the most suitable species adapted to the specific climatic and soil conditions of each area. This allows gardens to survive and thrive sustainably without requiring large amounts of water for maintenance. Water-efficient gardening not only helps conserve this vital resource but also presents other benefits. By reducing irrigation, the risk of floods and excess soil moisture is decreased, thus preventing potential damage to structures and drainage systems. Additionally, by employing native and adapted species, we promote local biodiversity and contribute to the balance of the ecosystem. Low-water gardening not only helps conserve this vital resource, but has other benefits as well. By reducing irrigation, the risk of flooding and excess moisture in the soil is reduced, thus avoiding possible damage to structures and drainage systems. Furthermore, by using native and adapted species, we promote local biodiversity and contribute to the balance of the ecosystem. It is important to emphasize that the implementation of water-efficient gardens does not mean sacrificing beautiful and attractive green spaces. On the contrary, with the right knowledge and intelligent design, it is possible to create aesthetically pleasing environments that harmoniously integrate with the surroundings.

VERTEBRATE PESTS ON GOLF COURSES Those of us who are dedicated to maintaining golf courses are used to dealing with pests that damage the lawn and, normally, are more or less visible insects. But from time to time, we come across less common pests, vertebrate pests. A vertebrate pest is contrasted with the concept of pest condition, by assuming that no vertebrate species is a permanent pest, but rather that a certain population can acquire that condition at a specific time and place. A useful definition to understand what a vertebrate pest is is the following: “A species of mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian or fish that directly or indirectly affects the human species, either because it causes damage to production areas, consumes or contaminates stored food, causes damage to infrastructure, transmits disease, or causes death to people or pets.” It depends a lot on where the golf course is located to know the type of pests that one can find, dogs, groundhogs, moles, alligators, rats, cattle, alligators, birds, and others. In this case, the pest affects the production areas and causes damage to the infrastructure. These events are not new, wild boars are usually one of the most common pests and cause the most damage on golf courses, because they are capable of raising large areas of grass in one night's work, although luckily, never within a putting green Dogs and ducks love the course greens; these animals are fond of urinating and defecating on greens. Rats usually like to gnaw on wires which causes damaged on the irrigation systems. Sometimes we see alligators, which apart from a few scares to some clueless golfers, these creatures do not create major problems. On the picture above, we see the damage caused to the green's surface by the hooves of a group of cows, which have taken a liking to ride over a green on their way to graze on the almost unlimited food they have found on the roughs at this time of year. It will take hours to manually repair the damage to leave a decent playing surface and a week or more for it to go unnoticed. And finally, in case anyone was wondering, two-legged vertebrates (humans) tend to cause the most damage, but we'll leave that for another time... Author: Antonio Márquez , Panama Director of Green Garden Corp.

Nuestro equipo técnico de Green Garden Corp. llevó a cabo la preparación de este evento tan importante para México y especialmente para Tulum Country Club. Golf course preparation BUPA TOURNAMENT 2021 - PGA TOUR Our Green Garden technical team carried out the preparation of this important event for Mexico and especially for Tulum Country Club. It all started four weeks before the week of the championship when we were informed from the club's management that the championship was going to be held. The first thought was, "what a joy to be able to show our work worldwide" and the second thought was, "what a challenge we have" , since we only had four weeks to present the course in perfect conditions and a championship of this caliber is usually started to prepare a year in advance, so we couldn’t lose a single second. The first thing we had to do, was to mentalize and motivate the entire maintenance team of the importance of an event like this for the club and for Green Garden, and from here we want to thank them for their professionalism and dedication, because without them it would not have been possible to present the course in such conditions the week of the championship. Then, we thought of the situation that we found ourselves in with most of the golf courses worldwide due to COVID: reduced budgets, reduced staff or limited machinery. We understood that this was not going to be a problem to carry out our goal. The course greenkeeper and his assistants prepared a very specific agronomic and playability plan to be able to finish on time, and above all, to take care of every last detail since that is what makes the difference in this type of championships. "The weeks leading up to the championship were very passionate, working without rest and with very extreme schedules." The big advantage we had was, the course was in very good playable condition, but we had to give it a little push to make it a guaranteed success. The main objective was to have the greens firm, uniform and with a minimum speed of 11.6 Ft. and that between the fastest and slowest green there was no more than a 0.6" difference. The firmness, humidity, speed and clipping remains of each of the greens were monitored daily and we made daily decisions to meet the objective. As for the Tees, Fairways and Approach, we only wanted to keep them firm. The Fairways and Approach, apart from the firmness, we wanted the ball to have a perfect lie. This required controlling the irrigation very well to avoid dry or very wet areas, so the irrigation team had to check each of the areas with moisture meters to maintain values between 18% and 22%. As for the mowing of each of these areas, we progressively increased the frequency of mowing to such an extent that, fifteen days after the first training day, we were mowing the greens in the morning and afternoon and the rest of the areas every day, gaining an incredible definition and quality of mowing. We must highlight the work of the mechanics during these weeks because they had to have the cutting units in perfect condition every day. What we did not cut since we were informed of the championship, was the Rough, as we had to leave it above 2.5". The Bunkers we had to have the same amount of sand on all surfaces to prevent the club from bouncing when taking the ball out and most importantly to prevent the ball from getting fried egg when entering the Bunkers. Finally, to leave all the landscaping areas spotless, we pruned all the palms and trees, and the paths and island areas were outlined. Championship week began with all areas of the course in perfect condition. The coordination of the entire team was ensured so that all the work was executed without any setback to present the course each day before the first game and in the afternoon when they were finishing playing. We would like to thank the PGA Riviera Maya golf course and Tulum Country Club for trusting us. Author: Andrés Novo - Greenkeeper Green Garden en campo PGA Tulum Country Club

LANDSCAPING IN CORAL GABLES, MIAMI The City of Coral Gables is undertaking various landscaping projects in its urban core. Among them, the reform of the "landscape" of one of the main arteries of the city, Ponce de León Blvd. Tenusa Inc. is participating in these works, which consist of the elimination of the existing landscaping in the median and both sidewalks, in the area between the intersections with the secondary streets and "Miracle Mile" and its subsequent reinstallation with new plant species, as well as the reform of the existing irrigation system. Ornamental species such as Juniperus conferta 'Blue Pacific', Liriope muscari 'Super Blue', Tradescantia pallida 'purpurea' and Jasminum simplicifolium, as well as the choice of Gold Mulch, will completely change the appearance of the area, adding color and a very different from the previous design, consisting of a monochromatic green provided by the only plant species present, Ficus microcarpa 'Isla Verde'. With the need to carry out the works in a very limited time, Tenusa Inc. has been trying to minimize the impact on the high traffic of vehicles in the area, perhaps the busiest in the city, which entails a plus of coordination and logistical efficiency. in order to successfully complete this great urban landscape project.

We attended the largest event for greenkeepers: GCSAA Conference and Trade Show. The conference and trade show presents timely content and interactive experiences designed to help golf course superintendents (GCS) improve their operations, increase revenue, and grow their business. GCSAA is the world’s largest golf course management association. Each year, the GCSAA conference and trade show is held in different cities across the United States. Green Garden Corp. The annual conference of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) is an opportunity for golf course superintendents, land operators, and other industry professionals to network and learn about the latest advances in golf course management. The educational portion of the conference will cover topics such as turf science, environmental management, and golf course management. The educational sessions are open to anyone interested in learning more about the industry. For example, there will be a session on environmental issues affecting golf courses, such as sustainability and water conservation strategies. Other sessions will focus on topics such as: Turf science and the latest research on issues like turf winterization or soil compaction management; Green maintenance practices, including mowing techniques, irrigation practices, and fertilization methods; Golf course construction techniques, from new builds to renovations/rehabilitations (including bunkers); There’s something for everyone. The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) will hold its annual conference and trade show in San Diego, California, from December 3-5. The educational portion of the conference will address topics such as turf science, environmental management, and golf course management. Attendees will also have the opportunity to interact with industry professionals and connect with stakeholders during the trade show portion. Denis Rosario, Daniel Hernández and Luís Núñez The celebration also included a gala dinner where AMR Collection's Vice President of Operations, Daniel Hernández, during his speech highlighted the social work that the company has carried out in its 20 years and which has had a positive impact on the communities near the hotels managed by the chain. Hernández thanked the investors and owners for trusting in the company, as well as all the AMR Collection collaborators for their dedication and effort. He also expressed his gratitude to Unlimited Vacation Club (UVC) for all their collaboration in making the celebration possible. During his speech, on the occasion of the chain's anniversary, the executive said that after the economic recovery curve and the post-pandemic tourism sector, they are "enormously grateful" to their great business partners, local operators and travel agencies for their achievements. "Not only were and continue to be cornerstones in recovering the brand's performance dynamics in the market and that of each of the 11 resorts with their well-identified key selling points - even in the worst of times, you were there. Thank you," Nunez emphasized. Here is a summary of some of our favorite additions to the conference and trade show experience: Exhibits from leading manufacturers and suppliers of turfgrass seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, irrigation equipment, and golf maintenance equipment, among others. The annual event showcases all aspects of golf course management, from greenkeeping to agronomy and much more. Attendees will also have the opportunity to interact with industry professionals and engage with stakeholders... The educational portion of the conference will cover topics such as turf science, environmental management, and golf course management.

GREEN CUTTING IN GOLF COURSES Since the day Edwin Budding invented the first mechanized lawn mower in 1830, there has been constant improvement in the condition and playability of greens. Today, cutting is one of the main practices used by superintendents or greenkeepers to achieve smooth and fast greens. Césped Paspalum Vaginatum Given the climatic conditions of the Dominican Republic, the task of cutting the green is carried out daily. Frequent mowing helps greenkeepers maintain high playability turf by providing several short- and long-term benefits: controls vertical growth helps grass spread laterally promotes high shoot density produces smooth surfaces creates less friction with the golf ball increases the speed of the greens for the enjoyment of the players. Cortadora Toro Greenmaster Flex 21 On the other hand, properly sharpened and adjusted mowers do a better job of cutting grass blades cleanly and evenly. This benefits the health of the turf and the quality of the playing surface. The operator guides the mower back and forth across the green in straight lines, creating an attractive stripe pattern. Alberto Santana con una cortadora Toro Greenmaster Flex 21 Another basic concept of mowing greens is determining the height of cut. This setting is completely particular to the course and is determined by the superintendent based on turf type, topography of the greens, seasonal growth rate, and desired speed of the greens. What may be appropriate in one field may not be in another. A very important point, which is often misunderstood, is that not all grasses are created equal. A cutting height that is considered appropriate for bentgrass (Agrostis) might not be appropriate for Poa annua, Bermuda ultradwarf, or Paspalum, as is the case here. Determining the height of cut depends not only on the type of grass, but also on equipment, expectations, and labor availability. All grasses have a cutting height tolerance. It is typical for the height of cut to adjust up and down throughout the year based on seasonal growth rates and in response to stressful environmental conditions. Proper mower setup is necessary to achieve the desired cutting height and playability. Proper adjustment is critical to producing a correct cut, higher quality greens, and desired green speed.

Green Garden celebrates Executive Training Sessions in the Dominican Republic During Green Garden Cup Golf Tournament 2022 , we decided to take advantage of the opportunity of having all executives, that had flown from México, Jamaica, Florida and Panama, together and held t raining s e ssions. The conferences included workshops and presentations thats offered knowledge, tools, skills and attitudes to interact in the work environment in a proactive and collaborative manner. De izquierda a derecha: Pablo Luque, Jose Juan Villagran, Pedro López, Juan Arimón, Amalio Pérez, David Caceres, Antonio Márquez The conference started with the presentation of Effective Communication led by Maria Jose Peña Velez, which discussed the importance of Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Results Orientation, Conflict Resolution and the differences between a Leader and a boss. There were also presentations that represented the digital transformation the company is going through such as the Digital Strategy presentation: Branding, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Networks and Data Analytics led by our Digital Marketing Director, Cristina Reynoso Coulange. Lastly, the Landscaping department made a presentation of the innovative tools they use and the ones that they are currently training on, such as: Lumion . Lumion is visualization software for architecture and landscape professionals. This tool allows you to quickly convert 3D/CAD designs into videos, images and 360º panoramas with resources for environment, materials, light, objects, nature and exciting effects. Pablo Luque, Jose Juan Villagran, Amalio Pérez, Jaime Arimón, Alexandre Coulange, Cristina Reynoso, Juan Arimón, Pedro López, Eduardo Arimón, David Cácerez During the last days of the visit to the Dominican Republic, workshops and visits to plant and tree production nurseries took place with the aim of sharing criteria and knowledge of all the invited managers from Mexico, Jamaica, Florida and Panama. “In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable. ~Dwight D. Eisenhower

VERTICAL GARDENS: TYPOLOGIES AND CHARACTERISTICS In a context where environmental concerns and improving the habitability of increasingly congested urban spaces are current issues, vertical gardens emerge as an alternative to integrate vegetation into buildings. There are numerous advantages that a vegetative envelope brings, both in the internal energy functionality of the building and spatially in the environments it occupies. This is why in recent times, various typologies of vertical gardens and technical solutions have been developed, offering a wide range of possibilities. However, gardens on facades and rooftops have always existed in traditional architecture, in both cold and warm climates, due to their excellent insulating qualities. Today, some of the most commonly used vertical gardens include: Green facades These consist of climbing plants that attach themselves to the facades of buildings by their own means, without auxiliary support. Thus, only the necessary environmental conditions for the plants' life (water, light, and soil) need to be provided to implement this system. Sphagnum vertical garden In this system, plants grow in an organic substrate made of Sphagnum moss placed inside steel mesh gabions. Depending on the garden's dimensions and the conditions of the wall to cover, it may or may not require an auxiliary structure for fixation. A drip irrigation system releases water from the top of the wall, soaking the substrate until it finally drips onto a collecting channel that directs excess water to a drain. While nutrients can be provided through irrigation, they are not essential in the short term. Hydroponic Vertical Garden The hydroponic vertical garden system involves the installation of an inert material layer (felt, rock wool, foams, etc.) that enables plant growth, fixed on an auxiliary structure typically made of steel profiles. It's coupled with an automated irrigation system that allows water recirculation. Water falls from the top of the wall, moistening the phytotextile layer where the plant species are placed. Finally, the excess water drips into a collecting channel, directing it to a tank with recirculation. This tank is supplemented with nutrients and fertilizers for irrigation. Modular Vertical Garden Modular vertical gardens consist of prefabricated panels, their main advantage being the speed of installation, but they have greater limitations in terms of shape. Preservad Vertical Garden Preserved vertical gardens consist of natural preserved moss, maintaining the same texture and appearance as living moss. Their advantage lies in not requiring special light or watering conditions. It's a 100% natural and biodegradable product, particularly suitable for spaces where conditions don't allow for natural plant life, such as certain interiors. Vertical gardens are a modern and versatile solution to address sustainability in dense urban environments. They offer advantages such as improving energy efficiency and enhancing spaces' aesthetics. There are various typologies, from green facades to hydroponic and modular systems. The preserved vertical garden, featuring natural moss that requires neither natural light nor watering, stands out as a biodegradable option for indoor spaces. These gardens blend nature and architecture, contributing to well-being and the environment in cities.

tree donation for reforestation in commemoration of world environment day We are proud to inform that for World Environment Day 2022 we collaborated with Bahía Príncipe Riviera Maya and Grand Riviera Princess in order to enrich the Mexican ecosystem. Additionally, Green Garden Corp. team at the Dreams Jade Resort & Spa carried out adaptation and reforestation techniques on the coastal dunes to prevent their erosion and deterioration. Dreams Jade Resort & Spa This work was carried out on the beachfront of Puerto Morelos using native plants in order to conserve the coastal dune at the Dreams Jade Resort & Spa hotel. The plants that were used were reproduced by our team, in the nursery of the same hotel, reaching about 4.000 reproduced plants. We also donated trees for the Bahía Príncipe Riviera Maya hotels: Bahía Príncipe Grand Coba, Grand Bahía Príncipe Tulum, Bahía Príncipe Luxury Akumal and Bahía Príncipe Luxury Sian Ka'an. We are proud to have participated in the Bahía Pr í ncipe Hotels challenge of planting 14,000 trees and the 360 actions of Princess Hotels in the Caribbean on the occasion of World Environment Day 2022. "Earth is facing a triple planetary emergency: the climate is warming at a rate too fast for people and nature to adapt; habitat loss and other pressures on nature have led to an estimated 1 million species being endangered, and pollution continues to poison our air, land, and water. #OneEarth is the World Environment Day 2022 campaign that aims to raise awareness of these three crises, while encouraging and promoting the celebration, protection and restoration of our planet through various activities." Source: https ://www.un.org/en/observances/environment-day