A close collaboration with the scientific and technological community will be essential for
implementing the decisions made at This CSD. Here are our main thoughts on means of
implementation.
On SCP
Develop national and international programmes of research and analysis, by monitoring SCP
indicators to enhance the education and awareness of consumers for supporting changes in
behavior.
On Transport
Increase investment in research and development to accelerate progress towards lower emissions
of air pollutants and greenhouse gases in transportation technologies.
Bring down demand for personal vehicle transport and long-distance road transport of goods.
Develop integrated and inter-modal mass transport systems, using sound scientific and
engineering modelling.
On Chemicals
Reduce gaps in sustainable management of chemicals, throughout the life cycle, in both the
public and private sectors, by enhancing:
· regulatory frameworks at national and international levels;
· knowledge, data and education on chemical safety and toxicity;
· human and technical capacity for risk assessment and sound management.
On Waste
Develop policies and measures for waste management to include:
· data collection, research, engineering and education, with special attention to health
and environmental risks;
· the introduction and operation of national and city ?integrated sustainable waste
management systems?, and
· the establishment, monitoring and updating of national regulatory frameworks for
hazardous wastes management.
On Mining
Develop, transfer and apply environmentally friendly technologies in the mining industry, and
monitor their impacts, and
Enhance participatory processes at all stages of mine planning and operation, with research and
monitoring of the social impacts of mining.
(Jorge Spitalnik, WFEO)
