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Global Mercury Assessment

… still has large associated uncertainties, giving a range of 1010-4070 tonnes. The work also identifies … that East Asia is the dominant source region for long-range airborne mercury transport worldwide. Anthropogenic … from uncontrolled incineration. Incinerators with state-of-the-art controls have low emissions. Another use of …
25 May 2026 Document in Chemicals and Waste

Regional Seas Agreements

… to be adopted, usually in the form of protocols. The range and kinds of protocols is continually expanding. … and most frequently revised convention, and an extensive range of protocols. The Mediterranean Sea is a virtually …
25 May 2026 Course lesson in Marine and Freshwater

Towards a Pollution Free Planet - extract from InforMEA e-learning course

… pollutants if not managed correctly. Highly used in a range of industries, are toxic and reactive and some have the … defects, childhood mortality, reduced sperm function and a range of adult diseases. Adverse effects can also be carried … are heavily affected by pollution, particularly by a range of nutrients, agrochemicals and pathogens from …
25 May 2026 Document in Environmental Governance

Dumping of Wastes at Sea

… permits. Parties to the London Convention have adopted a range of important resolutions banning incineration at sea, …
25 May 2026 Course lesson in Marine and Freshwater

The Law of the Sea

… are heavily qualified by reference to the limits of state capabilities and, later, by reference to their … or areas under the jurisdiction of the notifying state or not; Article 202 requiring states to cooperate in … enforcement regimes. The provisions are supplemented by a range of treaty laws that prescribe standards in much greater …
25 May 2026 Course lesson in Marine and Freshwater

Factsheet - Regional Seas Conventions and Action Plans

… challenges, including socio-economic ones. Activities can range from addressing chemical wastes and coastal …
25 May 2026 Document in Marine and Freshwater