1. Declaration of the Conference on the Human Environment of 1972
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2. Basic Facts A.K.A→ “Stockholm Declaration” Drafted → 1972
International

3. What is the Stockholm Declaration?
Description of the Function → First document in international environmental law to recognize the right to a healthy environment
Environmental Issues Affected:
Man has the power to protect/shape the environment
Protection/improvement of nature determines people’s & economy’s well-being
Population growth must be taken into consideration
Citizens/Communities at every level of power must work to maintain health of environment (opposite of Tragedy of the Commons)

4. Who is Responsible? Created by the United Nations
Regulated by all levels of gov’t, agencies, citizens, etc.