Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment

The Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment, held in 1972, was the first global gathering focused on environmental issues. It brought together representatives from many countries to discuss how human activities impact nature and the planet’s health. The conference aimed to raise awareness about pollution, natural resource depletion, and environmental protection, emphasizing that economic development should not harm the environment. It resulted in important initiatives and the formation of agencies like the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), laying the foundation for future global efforts toward sustainable development and environmental conservation.