1992 RIO EARTH SUMMIT Flashcards

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1992 earth summit

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officials brought together from 179 COUNTRIES for a massive effort to focus on the impact of human socio-economic activities on the environment

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WHAT DO THE I.C.Z.M DO?
(created at 1992 earth summit)

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make sure countries are taking coastal erosion and management seriously

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WHAT WAS THE PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE SUMMIT?

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produce a broad agenda and a new blueprint for international action on environmental & developmental issues that would help guide international cooperation & development policy in the 21st century.

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COP SUMMIT 28 DUBAI

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agreed to “transition away” from all fossil fuels according to capacities
- agreements are non-binding

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COP 29 AZERBAIJAN

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developing countries to receive $300bn by 2035
several senior climate leaders wrote a public letter saying COP was not fit for purpose & calling for reform

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