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Our sustainable future: the role of the Basel Convention
… When this happened, wastes usually entered into the ecosystem, or were randomly burned, or left to rot, … are improperly disposed can impact humans; (d) Countries vulnerable to natural disasters such as earthquakes or … particularly women, children and the elderly, are the most vulnerable to such impacts; this is particularly true where …
Transitioning to a pollution-free planet
… and sustainable consumption and production, and improved ecosystem resilience to support cleaner and more sustainable … health and well-being, especially to women, children and vulnerable groups, ecosystem health and future generations … poverty and human rights, gender as well as protection of vulnerable groups. Mainstreaming such approaches requires the …
Regional Action Plan on Marine Litter Management for the wider Caribbean Region 2014
… and transportation are highly dependent on these vulnerable coastal ecosystems. Unfortunately, the ecosystems … marine debris to human health and safety; biodiversity and ecosystem services; sustainable livelihoods; and the boating, … eliminated in many coastal areas making these areas more vulnerable to sea level rise and coastal surges. Options …