In a landmark decision on 23 January 1978, Sweden became the first country in the world to ban aerosol sprays, pioneering a global movement to protect the ozone layer.
The move was driven by mounting scientific evidence linking chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), commonly found in aerosol products, to the depletion of the ozone layer—an atmospheric shield crucial for shielding life on Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation.
Sweden’s bold step underscored the urgency of addressing environmental threats and set a precedent for other nations to follow suit in adopting eco-conscious policies.
