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Our sustainable future: the role of the Basel Convention

… to protect human health and the environment against the adverse effects of the generation, management, transboundary … will protect human health and the environment from the adverse effects which may result from such wastes. It also … by other international treaties. Thus, the replicate effect is high. XI. The return on investments in the …
18 Jun 2026 Document in Chemicals and Waste

Recycling used lead-acid batteries: health considerations (WHO)

… can have on a community. The document then discusses the adverse health impacts resulting from exposure to lead. An … (though even these concentrations are likely to result in adverse health effects – see section 3.2). The review also … HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS / 19 Blood lead concentration Health effect Reference <5 µg/dL Children: • Decreased IQ, cognitive …
18 Jun 2026 Document

Scientific Assessment Report - UNECE Convention on Long-Range Transboundary Air Pollution - Summary for policy makers

… as grasses, bushes and nettle. This may have a knock-on effect on butterflies, other insects and birds. Excess … organic pollutants are known for their toxicity and have adverse effects on human health and the environment … much of the reduction of air pollution was the combined effect of end-of-pipe abatement measures and structural …
18 Jun 2026 Document in Climate and Atmosphere

Position document for Rotterdam Convention COP8 Meeting - 2017

… countries going even further and claiming an absence of adverse health impacts on their population, despite a …
18 Jun 2026 Document