Using biotechnology on an environmentally sound basis

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.

1. Using biotechnology

1. Using biotechnology to improve human health
2. Using biotechnology in forest conservation
3. Using biotechnology for environmental protection
4. Establishing quality standards for biotechnology applications
5. Developing agricultural biotechnology

1. Increasing availability of renewable basic materials

1. Researching international technology cooperation
2. Providing public information on effects of biotechnology
3. Increasing international cooperation on research on biotechnology
4. Increasing access to new biotechnology within developing countries
5. Improving capability for environmentally sound use of biotechnology in developing countries
6. Identifying priorities for biotechnology research
7. Expanding training on the environmentally sound use of biotechnology
8. Expanding facilities for biotechnology research
9. Convening international meetings on priority biotechnology issues
10. Assessing existing biotechnology programmes
11. Advising about bio-safety

1. Controlling introduced species

1. Agenda 21