Supporting efforts to make scientific environmental information more comprehensible to non-scientists

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 indicates that the publication of national scientific research reports and technical reports that are understandable and relevant to local sustainable development needs would improve the interface between science and decision-making, as well as the implementation of scientific results.

1. Strengthening science and technology information capacity
2. Strengthening participation of scientists in sustainable development
3. Expanding programmes for disseminating scientific and technological research on the environment

1. Promoting public participation in environmental decision-making
2. Improving public understanding of science
3. Ensuring technical information on sustainable development is usable by planners

1. Providing environmental information on the internet