Through UNESCO's different programmes and networks, various approaches to environmental policy development are explored, encouraging input from all disciplines. Scientific knowledge and understanding is being developed. Cultural issues and practices are shared to provide valuable information for formulating conservation policies. Work is also being carried out to bring social and environmental scientists together to help decision-makers face the complexity of environmental issues.
The links below provide access to policy-relevant information on environmental issues.
Websites
International Network on Sacred Natural Sites for Biodiversity Conservation
"The Importance of Sacred Natural Sites for Biodiversity Conservation" workshop
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Man and the Biosphere (MAB)
The MAB Programme contributes not only to better understanding of the environment, including global change, but to greater involvement of science and scientists in policy development concerning the wise use of biological diversity.
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UNESCO - Cousteau Ecotechnie Programme (UCEP)
The UNESCO - Cousteau Ecotechnie Programme is an international initiative to promote interdisciplinary education, research and policy-making in the field of the environment and development.
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International Network on Sacred Natural Sites for Biodiversity Conservation
