New Delhi: World Radio Day is observed on February 13 every year and is an international event. UNESCO designated the day on November 3, 2011, at its 36th conference. The motive behind observing World Radio Day is to raise awareness about radio’s importance. It is an important day to draw attention to the value of radio that it holds uniquely.
Every year, UNESCO encourages countries to observe this day by undertaking many initiatives in collaboration with various partners. Not just this, but every year, a different theme is observed on this day, and this year, the theme is Radio and Climate Change.
World Radio Day 2025: What is the theme for this year?
As the world faces the challenge of climate change, radio remains a crucial way to raise awareness, educate people and encourage action.
Radio is one of the easiest and most trusted ways to reach people, especially in remote or underserved areas. In 2025, radio will play an even bigger role in addressing climate change by providing a platform for discussions about environmental sustainability and inspiring action.
Community radio stations can share local climate news, national networks can highlight global environmental issues, and international stations can promote agreements on climate change. Radio amplifies voices and unites people in their commitment to protect our planet.
With the ongoing impacts of climate change—such as 2024 being the warmest year on record, severe wildfires in California, and the effects of land degradation on billions of people—clear communication about climate events is increasingly crucial.
Looking ahead, 2025 is key for combating climate change. According to the Paris Agreement, the world must peak greenhouse gas emissions by this year at the latest and then start to lower them if we want to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
World Radio Day, on February 13, 2025, focuses on “Radio and Climate Change” to help radio stations cover this important issue.
Reporting on the truth can be challenging. Recent cuts to radio station budgets have led to fewer staff members and higher costs for reliable information. Using various reliable sources when reporting on climate change is essential.
Broadcasters should focus on the quality and diversity of their information. This includes addressing climate change scepticism, investigating misleading claims, understanding ecological economics, and covering climate activism and obstacles to solutions.
Editorial independence is vital to serving the public interest. This relies on access to information free from corporate or political influence.
Quick facts about radio
- Guglielmo Marconi, an Italian inventor, sent the first radio signal in 1865 and transmitted the first voice radio signal in 1895.
- The Radio Club of Bombay aired the first radio program in India in July 1923.
- All India Radio (AIR) is one of the world’s largest radio broadcasters, reaching over 90 per cent of the Indian population.
- Radio waves are electromagnetic radiation that travels through the air and has longer wavelengths than visible light.
- Lee de Forest is known as the father of radio broadcasting. In 1908, he broadcast music from the top of the Eiffel Tower.
- Radio can communicate messages in different local languages and dialects.
- Radios include amplifiers to increase sound power and broadcast in various frequencies.
World Radio Day highlights radio’s crucial role in addressing global challenges. The 2025 theme, “Radio and Climate Change”, emphasises radio’s unique ability to reach diverse audiences, particularly in underserved areas, fostering crucial climate change awareness, education, and action. Community, national, and international radio stations can collaborate to share vital information, promoting environmental sustainability and combating climate misinformation. knowledge Knowledge News, Photos and Videos on General Knowledge
