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Community of practice summary of discussions

Enforcement of products

November 2020
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The SAICM Secretariat, in partnership with the University of Cape Town, established a community of practice on Chemicals in Products to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Chemicals in Products (CiP). This is a summary of the discussion on Enforcement of products, which took place on 26 November 2020.Presenters: Anna Fransson (Kemi), Stéphane Content (Cefic)Enforcement is essential, and without enforcement any law will be ineffective. This also calls for
Emerging Policy Issues: Chemicals in products
Topics: Knowledge Management
Community of practice summary of discussions

Management on classes of chemicals and flame retardants in the textiles sector

December 2020
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The SAICM Secretariat, in partnership with the University of Cape Town, established a community of practice on Chemicals in Products to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Chemicals in Products (CiP). This is a summary of the discussion on Management on classes of chemicals and flame retardants in the textiles sector, which took place on 10 December 2020.Presenter: Ilch Yiliqi (NRDC)The textile industry, as one of SAICM’s priority sectors
Emerging Policy Issues: Chemicals in products
Topics: Knowledge Management
Factsheets and brochures

Case studies on the implementation of the WHO Chemicals Road Map

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World Health Organization
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January 2021
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The World Health Organization is publishing a series of national case studies on the implementation of the WHO Chemicals Road map, which was adopted in World Health Assembly Decision 70(23).The case studies were developed by different Member States, including members of the Global Chemicals and Health Network. They illustrate the role the health sector plays in the sound management of chemicals, recognizing the need for multi-sectoral cooperation at a national level.The case studies concentrate on different actions of the road
Emerging Policy Issues: Pharmaceutical pollutants Chemicals in products
Topics: Sustainable Development Goals Knowledge Management
WHO Chemicals Road Map Case study: chemicals Management Plan (‎‎CMP)‎‎ Science Committee in Canada Case study: chemical safety in schools in the Philippines Case study: COVID-19 and methanol poisoning in Azerbaijan Case study: development of a road map towards sound management of biocides in Georgia Case study: fair environmental conditions in urban areas in Germany Case study: implementation of national guideline on establishment of Nigeria Poison Information Control and Management Centres Case study: implementation of the Minamata Convention by the health sector in Brazil Case study: mainstreaming chemicals management into the sustainable development agenda in Belarus Case study: medical waste management in Bhutan Case study: occupational health risk in metal artisanal workplaces in Bhutan Case study: plan of action to implement the WHO chemical road map in Jordan Case study: successful collaborative multi-agency approach to deliver on the WHO Chemicals Road Map in New Zealand Case study: using the WHO CRM and Workbook to determine country priorities for sound management of chemicals and waste
Community of practice summary of discussions

Industry initiative and information sharing on chemicals in products in the supply chain

February 2021
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The SAICM Secretariat, in partnership with the University of Cape Town, established a community of practice on Chemicals in Products to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Chemicals in Products (CiP). This is a summary of the discussion on Industry initiative and information sharing on chemicals in products in the supply chain, which took place on 18 February 2021.Presenter: Timo Unger (Hyundai)As engineer for Recycling Technology by training, Timo
Emerging Policy Issues: Chemicals in products
Topics: Knowledge Management
Factsheets and brochures

SAICM Factsheet

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SAICM
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November 2019
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The ChallengeThe Strategic Approach To International Chemicals Management (SAICM) mandate expires in 2020, long before we will reach the target of minimizing the health and environmental impacts of chemicals throughout their lifecycle. Overall progress has been uneven and there is still a significant need for development and implementation of effective chemical and waste management policies and practices around the globe.What We DoSAICM provides a valuable multi-stakeholder forum to discuss and address the many challenges facing the adoption and implemen-tation of
Emerging Policy Issues: Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals Hazardous chemicals in electronics Highly Hazardous Pesticides Nanotechnology Perfluorinated Chemicals Pharmaceutical pollutants Lead in paint Chemicals in products
Topics: Chemicals in electronics Knowledge Management
Community of practice summary of discussions

Mapping session of Chemicals in Products Globally

September 2020
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The SAICM Secretariat, in partnership with the University of Cape Town, established a community of practice on Chemicals in Products to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Chemicals in Products (CiP). This is a summary of the discussion on Mapping session of Chemicals in Products Globally, which took place on 17 September 2020.Presenters: Sandra Avérous Monnery (UNEP), Wenjia Fan (UNEP)The aim of this discussion was to learn about how
Emerging Policy Issues: Chemicals in products
Topics: Knowledge Management
Community of practice summary of discussions

Community of Practice on Chemicals in Products - 2020 Digest Compliation

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UNEP
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May 2021
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The SAICM Secretariat, in partnership with the University of Cape Town, established a Community of Practice (CoP) on Chemicals in Products to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Chemicals in Products (CiP). This is a compilation of summaries of the discussions, which took place in 2020.
Emerging Policy Issues: Chemicals in products
Topics: Knowledge Management
Community of practice summary of discussions

Chemicals of concern in building materials

April 2021
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The SAICM Secretariat, in partnership with the University of Cape Town, established a community of practice on Chemicals in Products to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Chemicals in Products (CiP). This is a summary of the discussion on Chemicals of concern in building materials, which took place on 15 April 2021.Presenters: Amélie Ritscher (UNEP), Oleg Ditkovskiy (ISC3), Stewart Muir (Bioregional)Building and construction is one of the largest end-markets
Emerging Policy Issues: Chemicals in products
Topics: Knowledge Management
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Factsheets and brochures

Building Insulation Code Change Fact Sheet

January 2023
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In January 2019, the California Building Standards Commission unanimously approved changes to the state building codes proposed by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal. The changes allow use of polystyrene insulation without flame retardants below a concrete slab-on-grade. These changes would maintain fire safety while improving human and environmental health.  This fact sheet details the key considerations for implementation of a policy on allowing flame retardant-free insulation within a building code, and the associated health and technical considerations.

Emerging Policy Issues: Chemicals in products
Topics: Chemicals in building products
SAICM UCT CiP CoP 2022 Digest Compilation
Community of practice summary of discussions

Community of Practice on Chemicals in Products - 2022 Digest Compilation

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SAICM
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January 2023
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The SAICM Secretariat, in partnership with the University of Cape Town, established a Community of Practice (CoP) on Chemicals in Products to bring representatives from different sectors together and to create a learning network around issues related to addressing Chemicals in Products (CiP). This is a compilation of summaries of the discussions, which took place in 2022.

Emerging Policy Issues: Chemicals in products
Topics: Knowledge Management
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