Other Institutional Strengthening
Overview
Implementation of the Stockholm Convention requires various institutional strengthening efforts, which will vary from country to country. For example, some countries are exploring the linkages between the implementation of the Stockholm Convention and the development of a national Pollutant Release and Transfer Register (PRTR) system as a tool which can address both international requirements as well as emission reporting for substances of national and local relevance. Other tools of interest include the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). UNITAR is available to assist countries with such institutional strengthening as part of their Stockholm Convention implementation efforts.
Projects: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
GEF Medium-Sized Project: UNITAR is currently in the process of developing a three-country GEF Medium-Sized Project on implementing the GHS as a NIP-related implementation project.
Projects: Pollutant Release and Transfer Register
Togo: With support from the Government of Switzerland, UNITAR is assisting Togo to undertake a feasibility study for PRTR development as a NIP-related implementation project.
GEF Medium-Sized Project: UNITAR is currently in the process of developing a three-country GEF Medium-Sized Project (which includes Thailand) on designing a national PRTR as a NIP-related implementation project.
Assistance
Upon request, and resources permitting, UNITAR, in cooperation with GEF Implementing Agencies and other partners, is available to assist countries in these areas. For further details, please contact UNITAR and see the Country Application Opportunities page. |
