8.
Advance the study of ecological sustainability and promote
the open exchange and wide application of the knowledge acquired.
c. Ensure that information of
vital importance to human health and environmental protection,
including genetic information, remains available in the
public domain.
13.
Strengthen democratic institutions at all levels, and provide
transparency and accountability in governance, inclusive
participation in decision making, and access to justice.
a. Uphold the
right of everyone to receive clear and timely information
on environmental matters and all development plans and activities
which are likely to affect them or in which they have an
interest.
b. Support local,
regional and global civil society, and promote the meaningful
participation of all interested individuals and organizations
in decision making.
f. Strengthen local communities, enabling
them to care for their environments, and assign environmental
responsibilities to the levels of government where they can
be carried out most effectively.
For more information
on the Earth Charter, click
here.
