strategy
Conducting research on the health effects of hazardous wastes in developing countries
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 governments, in collaboration with international organizations, should conduct research on the health effects of hazardous wastes in developing countries, including the long-term effects on children and women.
Broader:
Researching public healthImproving hazardous waste institutionsReducing health risks from environmental pollution Facilitated by:
Evaluating cognitive effects of environmental health hazardsImproving environmental research links and sharing of results with industry Subjects:
Societal Problems → HazardsSocietal Problems → Waste
Research, Standards → Research
Health Care → Health
Type Classification:
E: Emanations of other strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
