Delivering Impact Futures programmes
STFC factsheets
The Futures Programme (PDF - 787kB - link opens in a new window)
- Meeting global challenges, creating opportunities
The increasing pressure on natural resources, our changing climate, an ageing population and uncertainty arising from international terrorism and conflict are challenges that affect us all. Science and technology have the potential to meet these challenges, making the world a better place for future generations.
The Energy Futures Programme (PDF - 495kB - link opens in a new window)
- Addressing energy challenges
The UK faces unprecedented challenges to the environment, the economy and the future security of its energy supplies. Science and technology is addressing these challenges by helping to find new and innovative ways to deliver secure, clean and efficient energy
The Environment Futures Programme (PDF - 692kB - link opens in a new window)
- Preparing for environmental change
Life on Earth depends on the environment, and ensuring the future health of our planet presents huge challenges. Science and technology can address challenges such as managing scarce resources, reducing pollution, and understanding and mitigating the impact of climate change - providing the right connections are made between researchers, technologies and facilities.
The Healthcare Futures Programme (PDF - 3325kB - link opens in a new window)
- Caring for an ageing population
We may be living longer and healthier lives but an ageing population also presents challenges. More and more people will experience chronic diseases and disabilities and this, in turn, increases the pressure on healthcare services. By applying science, technology and engineering to a variety of health-related areas, STFC can help solve some of these challenges.
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Page last updated: 01 February 2011
by Jane Binks
