International Laws & Policies

While there were limited discussions on e-waste at COP27, waste management was discussed a fair amount – for example, through the 50by2050 initiative and the Global Methane Pledge.   🌱 Has e-waste been on a COP agenda? The problems resulting from e-waste – and more broadly from waste – have yet to

🌱 What issues are there in the legal framework surrounding e-waste exports? There are currently still a few loopholes in the laws that govern the transboundary movement of e-waste. Most notably, electronic and electrical products, which are near the end of their lifespans, can still be exported as

🌱 Why did the parties meet? The Basel, Rotterdam, and Stockholm Conventions are multilateral environmental treaties, which aim to protect the environment and human health from hazardous chemicals and wastes. The parties met in Geneva from May 1st to 12th, 2023 to discuss revisions and improvements