MISSION

Today, SCOPE experts interact in a worldwide knowledge network that is cross-sectoral, interdisciplinary and independent

• to identify and provide scientific analyses of emerging environmental challenges and opportunities caused by or impacting on humans and the environment;
• to review the current scientific understanding of environmental issues and identify priorities for future research;
• to address policy and development needs and to inform options and recommendations for environmentally-sound policy and management strategies.

The SCOPE scientific programme is a robust science-driven agenda relevant to policy development and resource management

• responding to regional priorities to deliver insights of global significance
• providing rapid assessments of key environmental issues
• guiding research processes, based on partnerships
• linking research outputs to end users