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Industrial Revolution
A period during which predominantly agrarian, rural societies in Europe and America became industrial and urban. -
The Green Revolution
The Green Revolution was a period when the productivity of global agriculture increased drastically as a result of new advances. During this time, chemical fertilizers and synthetic herbicides and pesticides were created. The chemical fertilizers made it possible to supply crops with extra nutrients and, therefore, increase yield. Synthetic herbicides and pesticides controlled weeds, deterred or kill insects, and prevented diseases, which also resulted in higher productivity. -
Green political parties form around the world
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Montreal Protocol
The Montreal Protocol stipulates that the production and consumption of compounds that deplete ozone in the stratosphere--chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), halons, carbon tetrachloride, and methyl chloroform--are to be phased out by 2000 (2005 for methyl chloroform). Scientific theory and evidence suggest that, once emitted to the atmosphere, these compounds could significantly deplete the stratospheric ozone layer that shields the planet from damaging UV-B radiation. -
Green awareness strengthens
Environmentally friendly products, recycling and ecotourism become popular. -
Kyoto Protocol
International agreement linked to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Recognizing that developed countries are principally responsible for the current high levels of GHG emissions in the atmosphere as a result of more than 150 years of industrial activity, the Protocol places a heavier burden on developed nations. 174 countries signed and are expected to reduce carbon emissions to some 15% below expected emissions in 2008 . It expires in 2012. -
Johannesburg Eath Summit
Plans to globally improve:
- Water sanitation
- Energy supply issues
- Health
- Agricultural abuse
- Biodiversity reduction