43 events found

28 Jun 2023
Chemicals in Plastics: A deep dive into composition, recyclability and policy implications
The countless chemicals that give plastics their versatility and durability also pose obstacles when it comes to recycling, health and environmental safety. These chemicals can present potential health risks, persist in our environment and complicate recycling processes, leading to an urgent need for comprehensive understanding.
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12 Dec 2022
Online discussion: The importance of farmer and farmer organisations’ perspectives on Highly Hazardous Pesticides
The Secretariat of the Strategic Approach to Chemicals Management (SAICM) and the University of Cape Town (UCT) have established a Community of Practice (CoP) on Highly Hazardous Pesticides to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs).
Emerging Policy Issues: Highly Hazardous Pesticides
Type of event:Online discussion
09 - 10 Nov 2022
G7 Workshop on Lead as a Major Threat for Human Health and the Environment
The Group of 7 (G7) workshop themed, ‘Lead as a Major Threat for Human Health and the Environment: An Integrated Approach Strengthening Cooperation toward Solutions,’ aims to take stock of activities undertaken by the G7 and others to address lead pollution and develop options for future work and cooperation to reduce sources of lead and minimize lead exposure in developing countries. Mandated by the G7 Climate, Energy and Environment Ministers in recognition of lead pollution as a burden on human
Emerging Policy Issues: Lead in paint
Topics: Policymaking
Country: Germany
Type of event:Workshop
30 Nov 2022
Online discussion: Rights-based Approach to Highly Hazardous Pesticides Management
The Secretariat of the Strategic Approach to Chemicals Management (SAICM) and the University of Cape Town (UCT) have established a Community of Practice (CoP) on Highly Hazardous Pesticides to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs).
Emerging Policy Issues: Highly Hazardous Pesticides
Type of event:Online discussion
16 Nov 2022
Online discussion: Compliance with Lead Paint Laws
The Secretariat of the Strategic Approach to Chemicals Management (SAICM) and the University of Cape Town (UCT) have established a Community of Practice (CoP) on Lead in Paint to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to the elimination of Lead Paint.
Emerging Policy Issues: Lead in paint
Type of event:Online discussion
26 Oct 2022
Online discussion: Hearing from Farmer Groups on Why Highly Hazardous Pesticides are Used
The Secretariat of the Strategic Approach to Chemicals Management (SAICM) and the University of Cape Town (UCT) have established a Community of Practice (CoP) on Highly Hazardous Pesticides to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs). The next online session will be held on 26 October at 14:00 - 15:30 Central European Time (CET) and the topic will be “Hearing from Farmer Groups on Why Highly
Emerging Policy Issues: Highly Hazardous Pesticides
Type of event:Online discussion
27 Jul 2022
Online discussion: The Key Role of SAICM National Focal Points in Reducing Harm from Highly Hazardous Pesticides
The Secretariat of the Strategic Approach to Chemicals Management (SAICM) and the University of Cape Town (UCT) have established a Community of Practice (CoP) on Highly Hazardous Pesticides to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Highly Hazardous Pesticides (HHPs). The next online session will be held on 27 July at 10:00 - 11:30 and 16:00 - 17:30 Central European Time (CET) and the topic will be “The Key Role
Emerging Policy Issues: Highly Hazardous Pesticides
Type of event:Online discussion
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