strategy
Supporting coordinated UN scientific research on the global environment
Synonyms:
Undertaking international research on planetary environment Description:
Science provides the basis for environmental decision-making. There is a need for intensified research, fuller engagement of the scientific community and increased scientific cooperation on emerging environmental issues, as well as improved avenues for communication between the scientific community, decision makers and other stakeholders. 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 that UNEP coordinates and promotes relevant scientific research with a view to providing a consolidated basis for decision-making. Broader:
Supporting researchEnhancing scientific and technological researchStrengthening coordination and cooperation among research programmes on global change Facilitates:
Improving scientific basis for decision-makingIntegrating environment and development in decision-making Values:
IndecisionUnscientific Subjects:
Research, Standards → ResearchEnvironment → Environment
Science → Science
International Relations → Planetary initiatives
Type Classification:
E: Emanations of other strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
