United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development

The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, also known as the Rio+20 conference held in 2012, was a global gathering where countries discussed how to achieve economic growth while protecting the environment and ensuring social equity. The goal was to promote sustainable development practices that meet current needs without compromising future generations. Participants negotiated agreements and set priorities to address issues like climate change, clean energy, responsible consumption, and reducing poverty, encouraging nations to work together on creating a more sustainable and equitable world for all.