1977 in the environment

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

Events

• The World Network of Biosphere Reserves was started.

September

• 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

• The Reserves Act 1977 is passed in New Zealand. ^[1]

See also

• Environment portal

• Human impact on the environment
• List of environmental issues
• List of years in the environment

References

1. "Reserves Act 1977". Government of New Zealand. Retrieved 25 January 2026.