On the occasion of the 2023 International Day for Biodiversity, a new study sheds light on the profound socio-economic consequences of mercury pollution on biodiversity, fisheries and livelihoods.
On the occasion of Earth Day, the three winners have been revealed, recognizing their compelling images about mercury pollution, the environment, and the people working towards eliminating mercury.
Top scientists published a series of synthesis papers on the global impact of mercury pollution.
The Open-ended Scientific Group (OESG) gathers in-person from 27 to 31 March in Geneva to put together a plan for data analysis and produce a progress report for COP-5.
In its second phase, the third season of Minamata Online will offer webinars on COP-5 preparations, review and implementation support, and mercury science from March to June 2023.
At its fifth meeting in Geneva (7-9 March), the Implementation and Compliance Committee (ICC) considered issues based on the information provided by Parties in their first full national reports.
Toxic mercury affects us all, but not all in the same way: women are disproportionately impacted by mercury, with higher health risks due to factors such as pregnancies, cosmetics and industries like artisanal and smal
On World Wildlife Day, we highlight the severe impact that mercury pollution poses to wildlife inside and outside our oceans, particularly those at the top of the food chain.
Thirty experts from around the world met in Geneva on 16-18 February 2023 to discuss thresholds to define waste contaminated with mercury to be controlled under the Minamata Convention.
On February 2, on the occasion of the UN international day, the Minamata Convention highlights the importance of maintaining and restoring wetlands across the world to help end mercury pollution.
Remarks by Monika Stankiewicz, Executive Secretary of the Minamata Convention, at the opening plenary in the High-Level Segment of CBD COP-15.
The Minamata Convention secretariat made a presentation at a trainers’ workshop on mercury mass flow development, held in Jakarta from 14 to 16 November 2022.