The 'Earth Summit' Agreements: A Guide and Assessment

This insightful book provides a detailed analysis of the Earth Summit agreements, exploring their significance and implications for future environmental policies.

First published in 1993, The 'Earth Summit' Agreements: A Guide and Assessment offers a comprehensive overview and analysis of the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED). The book delves into the background of this pivotal conference held in Rio de Janeiro in June 1992, highlighting its significant achievements as well as its shortcomings. It serves as an essential resource for students and scholars of environmental studies, providing insights into the legacy of the summit.

The Earth Summit was a landmark event, bringing together an unprecedented number of heads of state and government to address urgent global issues such as poverty and environmental degradation. With over thirty thousand participants and extensive media coverage, the summit was heralded as a prime opportunity to chart a course toward sustainable development. However, the outcomes of the summit have sparked debate, with opinions ranging from viewing it as a monumental success to a complete failure.

In The 'Earth Summit' Agreements: A Guide and Assessment, each of the five major agreements signed during the summit is examined in detail. The book discusses the negotiating processes behind these agreements, analyzes their final texts, and explores their implications for future environmental and development initiatives. This thorough analysis makes the book a valuable addition to the literature on international environmental policy.