strategy
Supporting research and development of environmentally sound technology
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.
The Environmental Technology Assessment Programme (EnTA) of UNEP (UN Environment Programme) encourages the use of environmental technology assessment to support the development and transfer of environmentally sound technologies.
Broader:
Facilitating development of new technologiesPromoting environmentally sound economic growthEnhancing scientific and technological researchProviding an enabling environment for research and developmentProviding access to appropriate technology Narrower:
Developing resource efficient methods and technologiesSupporting cross-sectoral partnerships on environmentally sound technology Facilitates:
Recycling materialsRecycling industrial wastesIntensifying existing resource useUsing microcomputers for developmentDeveloping new recycling technologiesDeveloping environmentally sound technologiesProviding environmental assistance to developing countriesEnsuring participation of developing countries in international researchResearching energy efficiency Facilitated by:
Extending producer responsibilityMonitoring technical developments in national environmental action plans Organizations:
United Nations Environment Programme United Nations Conference on Environment and Development Subjects:
Research, Standards → ResearchTechnology → Technology
Environment → Environment
Development → Development
Type Classification:
G: Very Specific strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
