Chemicals
Subtopics
Some of the most dangerous instances of environmental crime results from non-compliance with requirements related to managing toxic chemical wastes across their life-cycle, from production to disposal.
As part of a comprehensive national strategy for managing toxic wastes, countries can benefit from identifying synergies in the implementation of the three chemicals multilateral environmental agreements: the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions. Additionally, countries should refer to the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management (SAICM), which is a policy framework to promote chemical safety around the world.
Key Activities & Publications
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Featured Article: Implementation of Key Multilateral Environmental Agreements in South Eastern Europe
This article looks at lessons learned from the implementation of MEAs in South Eastern Europe.
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Case Study: Illegal ODS Seized at Mombasa Port
This article was provided by Gerry Opondo, EANECE Secretariat. Kenya’s National Environment[...]
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Call for Montreal Protocol Illegal Trade Enforcement Success Stories
Please contact Danielle Grabiel, INECE Secretariat, dgrabiel@inece.org to share your strategies for responding to[...]
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Technical Support Documents
Deforestation Technical Support Package This document reviews enforcement and compliance approaches that[...]
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Conducting Multimedia Inspections
The following sections are adapted from a course that has been modified[...]
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Compliance Inspection Training Course
US EPA developed the Environmental Compliance Inspection Training Course in 2002 after pilot[...]
News & Updates
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Updated: Special Report on Climate Compliance: Call for Contributions
Call for Contributions Effective Enforcement and Compliance Strategies for Climate Laws The[...]
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US EPA Environmental Crimes Bulletin
The US Environmental Protection Agency released its February 2013 Environmental Crimes Bulletin. The[...]
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US Sentences Corporation for Illegal Purchase and Sale of Smuggled ODS
From the USDOJ Press Release Wifredo A. Ferrer, United States Attorney for[...]
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Innovative Activities to Strengthen International Environmental Governance
Dear colleagues, Robust national environmental compliance and enforcement systems that support the[...]
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US EPA Environmental Crimes Bulletin
The US Environmental Protection Agency released its August 2012 Environmental Crimes Bulletin.[...]
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Argentina convicts two over illegal agrochemicals use
In a major success for environmental rights, Argentina found two people guilty of[...]