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Embedding the implementation of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm conventions in United Nations Cooperation Frameworks: status, developments and perspectives on the way forward
The objective of this webinar is to provide Parties to the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions, Regional Centers and observers with information on the integration of the implementation of the BRS conventions in United Nations Cooperation Frameworks.
Expert meeting on Best Available Techniques and Best Environmental Practices under the Stockholm Convention
The meeting will focus on organizing and guiding intersessional work arising from COP-12 decisions related to the update of BAT/BEP guidelines and guidance, and on agreeing the next steps to develop these documents for submission to COP-13.
Electronic reporting system for Basel Convention national reporting now open
Parties to the Basel Convention can now submit their 2024 national reports through the electronic reporting system. Ensure timely compliance and contribute to global efforts in managing hazardous waste responsibly.
Join us at the Minamata Convention COP-6 Knowledge Lab on Mercury Wastes Management in countries: Latest advances and experience in protecting human health and the environment
The event will provide updates on the work on ESM of mercury wastes under the Basel Convention and present training tools on the coordinated implementation of the Basel and the Minamata conventions regarding mercury waste thresholds under the Minamata Convention.
Join us at the Minamata Convention COP-6 Knowledge Lab on Informing Integrated Chemicals Management: Data Needs and Experience from Mercury
Explore the power of data to support integrated chemicals management, learn from mercury success stories, and in science-policy collaborations including with the Stockholm Convention’s Global Monitoring Plan.
Join us at the Minamata Convention COP 6
The Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm conventions joins global efforts to tackle mercury pollution at the Minamata Convention COP-6
Six years at the helm: Peter Dawson’s POPRC journey
After six years as chair of the Persistent Organic Pollutants Review Committee (POPRC), Peter Dawson looks back on his journey filled of global collaboration.
Listing of carbosulfan and fenthion formulations in Annex III of the Rotterdam Convention
The amendments to list carbosulfan and fenthion in Annex III enter into force on 22 October 2025. Parties are invited to provide their import responses.
From Trash to Treasure: Why E-Waste Matters More Than Ever
By 2050, there will be more than an estimated 130 million metric tons of e-waste produced per year, with many products containing Critical Raw Materials (CRMs) - rare elements essential for creating these technologies - and the focus for International E-Waste Day 2025. Today the BRS Conventions Secr...
Experts defer decision on new dioxins: Global review highlights ongoing toxic threat from e-waste and plastic burning
UN scientific committee agrees that polybrominated dioxins and furans and mixed polybrominated and polychlorinated dioxins and furans meet all criteria for persistent organic pollutants but defers its decision on moving to the next stage for global action under the Stockholm Convention.
Reflections from the outgoing Chair of the Chemical Review Committee (CRC)
At the end of her tenure as Chair of the Chemical Review Committee (CRC) of the Rotterdam Convention, Noluzuko “Zukie” Gwayi shares her reflections on the achievements, challenges, and lessons learned over the past eight years.
Press Release: Protecting People and the Planet: Advances continue under UN Committee Strengthening Global Action on Toxic Chemicals
Rome, Italy, 26 September 2025 - From household gardens to large-scale agriculture, pesticides are widely used around the world, but many carries hidden dangers. At a time when one in eleven people face hunger, the sound management of pesticides, together with sustainable agriculture and food system...
Final preparations for CRC-21
The 21st meeting of the Chemical Review Committee will open on 23 September 2025 in Rome.
COP-12 meeting report now available
Read the advance English version of the report of the twelfth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Rotterdam Convention.
Un appui de 2 millions d’euros : le Secrétariat des Conventions de Bâle, Rotterdam et Stockholm et le Fonds Français pour l’Environnement Mondial (FFEM) unissent leurs forces contre la pollution plastique
Le Secrétariat BRS et le FFEM viennent de signer un accord de financement de 2 millions d’euros pour combattre la pollution plastique au Cabo Verde, au Sénégal et dans l’ensemble de l’Afrique de l’Ouest francophone. Consultez le communiqué de pres...
€2 Million Boost: BRS Secretariat and the French Facility for Global Environment Join Forces Against Plastic Pollution
The Secretariat and the FFEM have signed a €2 million financing agreement to tackle plastic pollution in Cabo Verde, Senegal, and French-speaking West Africa.  Read the press release in French here. -->
Decisions adopted by 2025 BRS COPs  are now available
View and download the decisions adopted by the Conferences of the Parties to the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm conventions at their 2025 meetings.
Press release - Making Visible the Invisible: Strengthened Action on Chemicals and Wastes
Geneva, Switzerland, 9 May 2025 — Governments from 180 countries adopted a series of bold decisions to advance the sound management of chemicals and wastes, protect human health, safeguard the environment and biodiversity and contribute to tackling climate change.
Press Release - Felix Neureuther Named BRS Conventions Advocate  for Clean Mountains and Glaciers
Renowned alpine ski legend joins global push to protect mountain ecosystems from plastic and chemical pollution.
BRS Conventions Advocate for Clean Mountains and Glaciers
The Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions proudly welcomes an alpine ski legend and environmental champion as our new BRS Advocate for Clean Mountains and Glaciers!
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