CBCGDF Chemical Team Attends New & Emerging Pollutants Governance Exchange Event in Anhui, Advancing Chemical Management & Governance in China and Beyond

From Nov. 25 to 27, 2024, the Action Exchange Event on Advancing New Pollutant Governance through Environmental Organizations is held in Hefei, Anhui. The event brings together diverse environmental stakeholders to explore challenges and strategies for managing new pollutants. The Chemical Group of the China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation (CBCGDF) is invited to participate in this event. Nov 25th is the first day. 

Over the years, CBCGDF has been actively engaged in chemical management, aiming to mitigate the impact of chemical pollution on ecosystems and human health. By combining practical actions with advocacy, the foundation has consistently provided scientific support for policy development and public awareness.  

As the international framework for chemical governance, the Stockholm, Basel, and Rotterdam Conventions have established critical guidelines for global chemical management. As an observer to these conventions, CBCGDF has formed a dedicated Chemical Group to actively contribute to their implementation. Through policy research and technical exchange, CBCGDF supports China’s great efforts with these international obligations while offering insights for global chemical governance.  

In recent years, plastic pollution has become a pressing global issue. As a UNEA-accredited organization, CBCGDF has been actively involved in the inter-govenrmental negotiation meetings (INCs) for the Plastics Treaty, offering a civil society perspective and recommendations to inform its development. Plus, CBCGDF has advocated for addressing plastic pollution as a key priority in the document The UNEP We Want, in 2022, shortly before the UNEA-5 resolution was borne.  

Domestically, CBCGDF has constantly played a role in advancing chemical management regulations through policy advocacy, research reports, and public education campaigns. The Beijing-based Foundation’s Chemical Group has conducted studies on the characteristics and hazards of emerging pollutants, assisting poicy-makers in identifying critical issues and providing scientific recommendations. For example, the group has offered expert advice and consultation on policies addressing persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and microplastics.  




Emerging pollutants, such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and pharmaceutical residues, present unique challenges due to their complexity and detection difficulties. Addressing these pollutants requires a comprehensive approach encompassing source prevention and end-of-pipe treatment, alongside strengthened international cooperation and technological innovation. Civil society organizations play a dual role as advocates for policy reform and as vital bridges for technology dissemination and public education.  

During this ongoing three-day event, delegate of CBCGDF' Chemical Group will actively participate in discussions, sharing observations, experiences & efforts in new and emergent pollutant governance. 

(Note: This article is a routine work record and is for reference only.)  

Reported by Linda 
Reviewed by YHL


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