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The Rio+20 UN Conference in June 2012 provides a chance to reflect on science’s contribution to sustainable development since the first Earth Summit 20 years ago, and on how it can contribute most effectively in the future.
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Opinions and Analysis
Proceed with caution on 'planetary boundaries'
The concept of environmental thresholds could weaken progress on sustainability at Rio+20, says global change scientist Simon L. Lewis.
29 May 2012
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Source: Nature
Why we need Sustainable Development Goals
Rio+20 must launch SDGs to guide countries through complex development challenges, argues Colombian ministry official Paula Caballero Gómez.
Policy Briefs
Measuring progress on technology for development
The Rio+20 Secretariat's analysis of S&T trends and achievements since the 1992 Earth Summit points to ways of accelerating progress.
16 March 2012
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Source: UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20)
Developing solutions for sustainable water management
Rio+20 is an opportunity to focus on harnessing scientific evidence and good governance to improve the management of water resources.
22 November 2011
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Source: UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20)
News and Features
Can self-interest drive sustainable energy for all?
Will a bottom-up approach suffice for the UN's Sustainable Energy for All initiative, or does it need more formal support from Rio+20, asks Smriti Mallapaty?
29 May 2012
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Innovation 'must consider water, energy and land jointly'
Technological innovation needs to consider the interdependency of water, energy and land resources, says a European report.
25 May 2012
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Splits remain over draft Rio+20 conclusions
18 May 2012
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