strategy
Collecting environmental data automatically
Synonyms:
Transmitting environmental data automatically to analysis centres Implementation:
This strategy features in the framework of Agenda 21 as formulated at UNCED (Rio de Janeiro, 1992), now coordinated by the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development and implemented through national and local authorities. Agenda 21 recommends developing and applying systems and technology that automatically collect, record and transmit data and information to data and analysis centres, in order to monitor marine, terrestrial and atmospheric processes and provide advance warning of natural disasters.
Broader:
UpgradingDeveloping an integrated global observing strategyCreating environmental monitoring and assessment systemsCollecting environmental data Facilitates:
Improving knowledge on ecosystem processes Facilitated by:
Developing mineral resources Subjects:
Environment → Environment Fundamental Sciences → Analytics
Information → Data, codes
Transportation, Telecommunications → Telecommunications
Type Classification:
F: Exceptional strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
