California SCR5 recognizes January 11, 2025, as World Desert Day to raise awareness about desert ecosystems.

California SCR5, passed on February 21, 2025, recognizes January 11, 2025, as World Desert Day. The resolution highlights the importance of deserts, which cover about one-quarter of California and more than one-fifth of Earth’s land area. It emphasizes the rich biodiversity of deserts, home to thousands of species, including endangered ones. The resolution also underscores the need for awareness and education to preserve these ecosystems and the recreational opportunities they offer.

California SCR5 recognizes January 11, 2025, as World Desert Day to raise awareness about desert ecosystems.

California SCR5, passed on February 21, 2025, recognizes January 11, 2025, as World Desert Day. The resolution highlights the importance of deserts, which cover about one-quarter of California and more than one-fifth of Earth’s land area. It emphasizes the rich biodiversity of deserts, home to thousands of species, including endangered ones. The resolution also underscores the need for awareness and education to preserve these ecosystems and the recreational opportunities they offer.