Sustainable use
Bulldozer clearing forest
As well as conserving biodiversity, it is important to use sustainably the world's natural resources so that they will be available for future generations.
Sustainably using biological resources will ensure that economically and biologically important species of plants and animals do not go extinct.
Achieving sustainable use and development requires the development of actions and policies specific to individual areas of activity, which can be generally applicable across all types of activity that use biodiversity.
What is the Museum doing to help?
Museum scientists have helped countries to understand their biodiversity better so that natural resources can be used sustainably.
Scientific knowledge can ensure that the use of biodiversity contributes to economic development without adversely affecting the environment.
Find out more about some of the Museum's sustainable use projects.