Rio Declaration on Environment and Development

The Rio Declaration on Environment and Development, adopted in 1992 at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, outlines principles for sustainable environmental practices and development. It emphasizes the importance of integrating economic growth with environmental protection, advocating for the rights of people to participate in environmental decision-making. Key principles include the responsibility to protect the planet, the need for sustainable use of resources, and acknowledging that developed countries should help developing ones address environmental challenges. The declaration serves as a foundational framework for global cooperation on environmental issues and sustainable development.