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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
Infographic

biodiversity in danger from poor management of chemicals and waste

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SAICM
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June 2020
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World Environment Day took place on 5 June 2020 and the theme this year was biodiversity. SAICM celebrated by creating an infographic on how chemicals and waste can impact biodiversity and releasing an article on how we can do more to protect and help our planet's biodiversity flourish.
Emerging Policy Issues: Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals Highly Hazardous Pesticides Perfluorinated Chemicals Chemicals in products
Topics: Awareness-raising Sustainable Development Goals
Factsheets and brochures

Potential Alternatives to PFASs in Carpets and Rugs

May 2023
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Safer Consumer Products (SCP) has compiled a list of alternatives to PFASs in carpets and rugs to assist manufacturers looking for substitutes. The alternatives have been grouped into two categories: non-chemical and chemical alternatives. Products and manufacturers are listed but they are not endorsed by SCP and the safety of the alternatives has not been assessed.

Emerging Policy Issues: Perfluorinated Chemicals
Potential Alternatives to PFASs in Carpets and Rugs Potential Alternatives to PFASs in Carpets and Rugs
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