What Are the Key Provisions of the Basel Convention?
The Basel Convention includes several critical provisions:
Hazardous Waste Classification: Defines what constitutes hazardous waste. Prior Informed Consent (PIC): Requires exporting countries to obtain consent from importing countries before shipping hazardous waste. Minimization: Advocates for the reduction of hazardous waste generation at the source. Environmentally Sound Management (ESM): Promotes safe and sustainable waste management practices.