Agenda21

Agenda 21 is a non-binding action plan of the United Nations with regard to sustainable development. It is a product of the Earth Summit (UN Conference on Environment and Development) held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1992. It is an action agenda for the UN, other multilateral organizations, and individual governments around the world that can be executed at local, national, and global levels. The "21" in Agenda 21 refers to the 21st century. The plan lays out how nations can plan economic growth with the goal of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The plan covers 40 chapters, ranging from "Social and Economic Dimensions" to "Strengthening the Role of Major Groups," and recommended actions that are taken at the local, national, and global levels. The number 21 refers to the 21st century. In Hebrew, Agenda 21 is translated as סדר היום 21. In Spanish, it is known as Agenda 21, and in French, it is referred to as Agenda 21. The document emphasizes the importance of integrating economic, social, and environmental aspects of sustainable development, and it has been widely adopted by local governments and communities worldwide as a framework for sustainable development planning.