 The IAEA is often in the media spotlight making the news for its role as the world's so-called nuclear watchdog. Beyond the headlines, there's another side to the agency's work, its activities that support development around the world. When the new Sustainable Development Goals were adopted in September 2015 at the United Nations in New York, they highlighted the importance of science and technology. The IAEA, through nuclear science, plays a significant role in the achievement of many of these goals. A seed has so much potential. When exposed to ionizing radiation, new traits can be induced, resulting in healthy crops that can thrive in challenging environments and fetch a good price on domestic and international markets. In many countries, people get sick or even die because they don't have access to adequate medical facilities. Radiation medicine is used to diagnose, treat and manage many illnesses, such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Isotope techniques improve nutrition, especially among children. If available safe and sufficient, water is a key element for development. Fresh water resources are exploited, wasted and often polluted. Isotope hydrology is used to study underground water deposits known as aquifers. This technique can determine the age, origin and renewal rate of these important water supplies. Energy is essential for development. As populations grow, countries need more. But around 1.1 billion people worldwide have no access to electricity. A nuclear power plant produces reliable amounts of low carbon energy and can play a significant role in mitigating climate change. Rising temperatures and extreme weather events have major impacts on land, water and food production. By applying nuclear and isotopic techniques, countries can develop tools to adapt farming practices and grow crops that are more resilient to the consequences of climate change. Seafood is a major source of nutrition and income. As industrial, agricultural and human waste finds its way into the oceans, this precious marine resource is threatened. Scientists use a range of nuclear techniques to study and monitor marine pollution. Radiation techniques play a vital but often unseen role in industrial development. They ensure that buildings, bridges and machines are safe, wires and cables are tough and fire-resistant, and make medical supplies sterile without the use of chemicals. Science and technology are critical for development. As the work of the IAEA touches on many more of the sustainable development goals. Peace, partnerships, no poverty, decent work, life on land. As the Atoms for Peace and Development Agency, the IAEA will continue to help its member states achieve these goals.