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Global trends in the production and use of DDT for control of malaria and other vector‑borne diseases

… J (2017) 16:401 DOI 10.1186/s12936-017-2050-2 RESEARCH Global trends in the production and use of DDT for control … over the period 2001–2014. Results: Available data on global production of DDT showed a 32% decline over the … to 3491 metric tons of active ingredient p.a. Similarly, global use of DDT, for control of malaria and leishmaniasis, …
20 Jun 2026 Document

Chemicals for a sustainable future; Report of the EEA Scientific Committee Seminar (Copenhagen, 17 May 2017)

… Institute for Air Analysis NOTES Non-toxic Environment Strategy ODS Ozone-depleting substance PBT Persistent, … and a major source of innovation in Europe, enhancing the global competitiveness of the EU. Meanwhile, the EU has been … at rates greatly surpassing those of other drivers of global environmental change' (i). In 2015, Europe alone …
20 Jun 2026 Document

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

… 1. Introduction Approximately 85% of the total global consumption of lead is for the production of lead-acid … continue to increase. This is reflected in the increased global demand for refined lead metal, which was estimated at … (XRF) device that reports results almost immediately. A strategy should be devised that ensures collection of a …
20 Jun 2026 Document

Guidance on alternatives to perfluorooctane sulfonate and its derivatives

… (�) Paul, A.G., Jones, K.C., Sweetman, A.J. 2009. A first global production, emission, and environmental inventory for … 2004. Perfluorooctane sulphonate: risk reduction strategy and analysis of advantages and drawbacks. United … 2004. Perfluorooctane sulphonate: risk reduction strategy and analysis of advantages and drawbacks. United …
20 Jun 2026 Document