The IAEA highlighted the role of the peaceful uses of nuclear science and technology in contributing to the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the first United Nations High-Level Political Forum for Sustainable Development (HLPF).
“Many people around the world reap the benefits of nuclear science and technology — often without even realizing it — in diverse fields such as agriculture, health, industry, energy, water management and environmental monitoring,” said Martin Krause, Director of the IAEA Division of Europe. Outlining the IAEA’s role in promoting the SDGs, Krause emphasized the Agency’s support for its Member States through capacity building in the use of nuclear science and technology to address development challenges.