Science
UNESCO’s Natural Science programme concentrates on environmental awareness, the management of natural resources and the use of science and technology to foster sustainable development, peace and efforts to eradicate poverty. Programme focuses are climate change, preservation of the diversity of species, prevention and alleviation of natural disasters and promotion of basic and energy sciences. One objective is to encourage enthusiasm for science among the young. Through its long-term international science programmes MAP (Man and the Biosphere), IHP (International Hydrological Programme) and IGCP (International Geoscience Programme), UNESCO supports the exploration into and protection of the environment in which humanity lives.