Rio+20 Conference

The Rio+20 Conference, officially known as the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, took place in 2012 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It marked 20 years since the original Earth Summit in 1992. The conference aimed to discuss and promote sustainable development globally, focusing on reducing poverty, protecting the environment, and ensuring long-term economic growth. Key outcomes included the adoption of the "Future We Want" document, which outlined goals for a greener economy and emphasized the importance of sustainable practices in achieving social equity and environmental health.