Although the Basel Convention was adopted in 1989, it could not fully anticipate the evolving global landscape of hazardous waste generation, trade, and technology. As waste streams have changed over the years, several amendments have been made to the Convention. These amendments have allowed Parties to adapt to new environmental priorities, keep up with scientific
read moreTackling the illegal transboundary movements of hazardous waste, also known as illegal traffic, is essential to effectively confront the global waste challenge. The Basel Convention’s provision on illegal traffic is a cornerstone of global efforts to curb the dumping of hazardous waste. By defining certain transboundary waste shipments as illegal traffic, it establishes a robust
read moreWaste Oil is defined as any synthetic or petroleum-based oil that is contaminated to degraded due to wear and thus cannot be utilized for its original purpose. These oils can perform a variety of functions in multiple fields such as energy generation, lubrication, cooking and hydraulics. Due to the multitude of sources for waste oil
read moreScrap Metal is a significant waste stream present in the Caribbean Region. Due to the limited land space and recyclable nature of most metals, it is vital that this waste stream be managed properly to ensure sustainable waste management practices within the region. Scrap metals that have the following properties will fall under the Basel
read morePerfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) is a chemical compound part of the group of toxic chemicals known as perfluorinated alkylated substances (PFAS). This acid is a Persistent Organic Pollutant (POP) that can be released into the environment when exposed to high temperatures. Some non – stick cookware uses PFOA as a component and can result in contamination
read moreUsed Lead Acid Batteries (ULABs) refer to rechargeable batteries which contain lead, sulphuric acid and various other toxic substances. These batteries are commonly used in the industrial or automotive sector, with 85% of global lead consumption being the result of Lead Acid Battery (LAB) production. Due to the high toxicity of ULABs, they are listed
read moreUnder the “Fish Mercury Biomonitoring in the Caribbean Region” Project conducted in Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago, the BCRC-Caribbean developed fish consumption matrices and flyers to raise awareness of mercury in aquatic species and measures that could be taken to reduce exposure to mercury through consumption. The materials
read moreUnder the “Identifying Feasible Strategies for the Environmentally Sound Disposal of Spent Lighting Products in the Caribbean” Project in Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago, the BCRC-Caribbean developed an informational poster to raise awareness on the project and its outcomes.
read moreUnder the “National Action Plan for Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining in Guyana” (Guyana NAP) Project, the BCRC-Caribbean developed an informational flyer to raise awareness on the project.
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Through its projects, the BCRC-Caribbean has developed communications material to raise awareness on the sources of mercury and its dangers to human health and the environment. Developed material include videos, flyers and posters. To see material developed under the Minamata Initial Assessment in Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and Trinidad and Tobago
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