Improving conditions for environmentally sound technology

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 creation of favourable conditions to encourage both private and public sectors to innovate, market and use environmentally sound technology.

1. Providing access to appropriate technology

1. Supporting cross-sectoral partnerships on environmentally sound technology
2. Expanding functions of international agencies on environmentally sound technology transfer
3. Commercializing appropriate technology

1. Trading in technology
2. Improving access to environmentally sound technology
3. Developing technology for biodiversity conservation
4. Developing environmentally sound technologies

1. Reporting on successful application of environmentally sound technology
2. Monitoring technical developments in national environmental action plans