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MANUAL I {as per 4 (1) b}
“ the particulars of its organisation,functions and duties “
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1. Aims and objectives of the public Authority The objective of the Department of Science, Technology & Environment is to implement various schemes towards popularization of science, environmental awareness, promotions of Science & Technology projects relevant to the state, implementation of renewable energy programmes, application of remote sensing technology, and enforcement of “environmental protection/pollution control” laws.
2. Mission/Vision Statement of the Public Authority The vision of the Department of Science, Technology & Environment (DSTE) is to take the State of Goa in the forefront of sustainable development through the application of modern Science and Technology coupled with judicious environmental management to conserve the rich ecology of Goa. The motto is to achieve development through conservation.
3. Brief history and background of establishment of the public authority. The Department of Science, Technology & Environment (DST&E) was established in the year 1983 as a Secretariat Administrative Department at Panaji, and is now (since 1997), located in a modern premises at Saligao (Bardez) 12 kms., from Panaji. The Department is headed by the Directo r who is also the ex-officio Joint Secretary to the Government.
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The mandate of the Department is executed through various statutory and non-statutory agencies/authorities listed below
1. Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB). 2. Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA). 3. Goa State Biodiversity Board (GSBB). 4. Goa State Council of Science & Technology (GSCS&T). 5. Goa Energy Development Agency (GEDA). 6. Goa Environment Protection Council (GEPC).
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4. Organization Chart
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5. Main activities/functions of the public authority: