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Johannesburg Summit
August 26 - September 4, 2002
The World Summit on Sustainable Development (the 'Johannesburg Summit') is a gathering of world leaders focused on improving people's lives and conserving our natural resources in the face of ever-increasing demands for food, water, shelter, sanitation, energy, health services and economic security.
Who is participating?
The Summit is expected to be the largest international gathering focused on sustainability, bringing together thousands of participants, from heads of state to business leaders, representatives from non-governmental organizations, children, indigenous people, scientists, workers and many others. These represent the Major Groups identified in Agenda 21. President Bush will not attend, however, the United States will be represented by Secretary of State Colin Powell.
What is the goal?
At the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Jenero, Brazil, the international community adopted Agenda 21, an unprecedented global plan of action for sustainable development. The Johannesburg Summit participants will review the progress made toward implementing Agenda 21, and aim to walk away with a "negotiated implementation plan" including concrete steps toward meeting its goals.
When and Where is it?
The Summit will take place in Johannesburg, South Africa from 26 August to 4 September 2002.
Who is organizing the Summit?
The United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development.
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