1977 in the environment

Overview of the events of 1977 in the environment

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This is a list of notable events relating to the environment in 1977. They relate to environmental law, conservation, environmentalism and environmental issues.

## Events

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* The World Network of Biosphere Reserves was started.

### September

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* The Venpet-Venoil collision occurred in dense fog off the coast of South Africa. The Venoil ploughed into the Venpet, eventually leading to the spilling of approximately 26,600–30,500 tonnes of crude oil.

### December

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* The Reserves Act 1977 is passed in New Zealand.

## See also

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* Environment portal

* Human impact on the environment
* List of environmental issues