Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants

The Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) is an international treaty aimed at protecting human health and the environment from harmful chemicals that can persist in the environment and accumulate in living organisms. Established in 2001, it targets toxic substances like certain pesticides and industrial chemicals that can travel long distances, resist degradation, and cause health problems. The treaty promotes the elimination or reduction of these pollutants through international cooperation, encouraging countries to phase out their production and use, while also promoting safer alternatives and practices for managing chemical waste responsibly.