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What is the term introduced in the report 'Our Common Future' by the World Commission on Environment and Development?
Sustainable development
According to the World Commission on Environment and Development, what does sustainable development aim to enhance?
Both current and future potential to meet human needs and aspirations
What was the major agreement signed during the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (Rio Earth Summit) in 1992?
Agenda 21
In what year did representatives from 179 countries come together for the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (Rio Earth Summit)?
1992
What is the primary focus of Sustainable Development as described by the World Commission on Environment and Development?
Minimizing environmental impact
Learn about the introduction of sustainable development, as defined by the World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED) in the year 1987. Understand the concept of sustainable development and its key components.
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