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 Utah Museum of Natural HistorySalt Lake City, UtahThe mission of the Utah Museum of Natural History is to illuminate the natural world and the place of humans within it. The work of the Museum is based on several fundamental concepts: evolution; ecology; diversity; and, now, sustainability. Sustainability is defined as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (Brundtland Commission, United Nations, 1987).
The Museum is a scientific institution, and as such, its work is based on fact established through the scientific method. Museum scientists study the past in order to understand pattern and process, with the belief that this knowledge provides a basis for people to make informed decisions that affect the future. The philosophy of sustainability is a fundamental framework for evaluating such choices. Through its exhibits and programs, the Museum will provide opportunities for students and visitors to gain an understanding of the current knowledge of pattern and process, understand their interactions with the natural world, and provide a sustainability framework for decision-making. The Museum also will teach by example, demonstrating the sustainable choices we make in our capital project as well as in our operations. |
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