Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer

The Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer, adopted in 1985, is an international treaty aimed at safeguarding the ozone layer—an atmospheric layer that shields Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation. It encourages countries to cooperate in research, monitoring, and sharing information about ozone-depleting substances, mainly chemicals like chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). While the Convention itself sets a framework for protection, the more specific measures are detailed in the subsequent Montreal Protocol. Overall, the Vienna Convention fosters global efforts to reduce actions that harm the ozone layer, helping protect human health and the environment.