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RELATED RESOLUTIONS

The General Assembly also adopted a number of other resolutions related to UNCED follow-up. These include:

  • Support for the Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) Programme (A/C.2/49/L.10/Rev.1). This resolution welcomes the GLOBE initiative launched by the United States on 22 April 1994, which aims to enhance the collective awareness of individuals throughout the world concerning the environment, increase scientific understanding of the Earth, and help all students reach the highest standards in science and mathematics education.
  • Dissemination of the principles of the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development (A/C.2/49/L.17). This resolution urges all Governments and the organs and bodies of the UN system to promote widespread dissemination of the Rio Declaration at all levels.
  • International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer (A/C.2/49/L.18). This resolution proclaims 16 September as the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, commemorating the date, in 1987, when the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer was signed.
  • Observance of World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (A/C.2/49/L.19). This resolution proclaims 17 June as World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, to be observed beginning in 1995, commemorating the date, in 1994, on which the Convention to Combat Desertification was signed.