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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📢 New #MinamataOnline | Chemicals and waste on the road to #CBDCOP17 Join us on 6 Oct to explore: 🔹 Updates on pollution & biodiversity 🔹 Collaboration across biodiversity & chemicals and waste MEAs 🔹 National experiences 🕐 13:00–15:00 CEST 👉 Register minamataconvention.org/en/events/ch...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

📣 Call for information Parties and stakeholders are invited to share input to inform a report on strategies for addressing supply and trade not in compliance with Article 3, to be considered by #MinamataCOP7. 🗓️ Deadline: 30 October 2026 Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/call...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The #MinamataConvention Secretariat was pleased to participate in the 2026 planetGOLD Global Forum on #ASGM. Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz: "The @planetgold.org experience demonstrates something fundamentally important: solutions exist". More photos: www.flickr.com/photos/minam...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Today, the Specific International Programme (SIP) Governing Board elected Co-Chairs Obed Meringo Baloyi (South Africa) & Eveline Verhaar (Netherlands). With 34 projects in 31 countries, the Board looks ahead to keep helping #MakeMercuryHistory. More: minamataconvention.org/en/events/el...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

At the @planetgold.org Global Forum on ASGM, #MinamataConvention Brenda Koekkoek said: "Mercury reduction, biodiversity conservation, community engagement & responsible mining cannot be pursued in isolation." More about #mercury in ASGM & #biodiversity: minamataconvention.org/en/resources...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

At the 2026 @planetgold.org Global Forum on ASGM, #MinamataConvention Executive Secretary Monika Stankiewicz said in her opening remarks: "It is essential that our efforts in #mercury reduction remain people-centred and inclusive" Full statement: minamataconvention.org/en/news/rema...

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 22/09/2026

While MEAs face common challenges, from resource mobilization & mandates institutionalization to platform maintenance, they are walking the talk on #AI. The key? Sharing experiences & lessons learned, instead of developing the same tools in parallel. ▶️ tiny.cc/MinamataOnli...

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 22/09/2026

On the #RoadToGeneva, Jonas Pasquier of #Switzerland highlights that #GenevaAISummit in 2027 is an opportunity to use to build momentum to advance their priorities, as it will focus on closing governance gaps, building trustworthy AI and partnerships, using real-world cases.

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 22/09/2026

Sharing how impact assessment is under pressure from politicians, developers, growing data volumes and complexity, Elena Santer of #UNECE stresses that AI can help, but the capacity to use it responsibly is not yet ripe and must always complement human judgement.

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 22/09/2026

Presenting attempts to build an AI assistant grounded in #CITES documents through retrieval-augmented generation, or RAG system, Shashika Sedara Hettige presents what went wrong and what was learned in the process.

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 22/09/2026

Presenting the Joint Portal on Information from Regional Centres, a component of the @brsconventions.bsky.social Clearing-house Mechanism, Claire Morel highlights its role in improving interoperability, helping reuse information & reducing duplication & fragmentation across information sources.

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 22/09/2026

Harnessing the speed of development of AI in a responsible manner & leaving no one behind is crucial. Anna García Sans presents @minamataconvention.bsky.social Digital Strategy, incl. its Exchange Platform, as a space for reliable info & experience exchange. ▶️ forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 22/09/2026

Stressing how momentum for Digital AI Governance is alive in #GENeva, as host of 1st Global Dialogue on AI Governance & upcoming #GenevaAISummit, Angela Kariuki of @unep.org highlights the importance of InforMEA in connecting knowledge across Conventions.

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 22/09/2026

#Live now! Digital transformation can support more effective implementation of environmental commitments. Join the session on how digital strategies, interoperable data & responsible AI strengthen the implementation of MEAs. 📺 youtube.com/watch?v=t2lITT7zt4M ▶️ tiny.cc/MinamataOnline22Sep26

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

On the occasion of #DigitalCooperationDay, join us tomorrow for our #MinamataOnline session co-organized with @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org on "Digital Innovation for MEAs: Knowledge Platforms and AI". 🗓️ Tuesday 22 September (11-12:00 CEST) 🔜 Register now: minamataconvention.org/en/events/di...

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 17/09/2026

Digital transformation can support more effective implementation of environmental commitments. Join the session on how digital strategies, interoperable data & responsible AI are strengthening implementation of MEAs. @minamataconvention.bsky.social 📅 22 September ▶️ tiny.cc/MinamataOnline22Sep26

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 16/09/2026

High above Earth, the ozone layer acts as an invisible shield against harmful UV rays from the Sun. 🌍 Learn how it helps protect people, animals and plants, and why preserving it matters: How the pact to protect the ozone layer is helping counter climate change #WorldOzoneDay

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planetGOLD Programme @planetgold.org · 15/09/2026

Supporting countries’ commitments under the @minamataconvention.bsky.social, planetGOLD is funded by @thegef.bsky.social, led by @unep.org, and implemented in collaboration with @undp.org, UNIDO and @conservationorg.bsky.social.

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 07/09/2026

Take a deep breath. 🌍💙 Clean air is essential for our health and for our planet. This #CleanAirDay, let’s celebrate the air we share and the actions that can help make it cleaner. Learn more: www.unep.org/interactives...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Save the date for next week's #MinamataOnline on #mercury waste in preparation for #MinamataCOP7 in 2027. With @brsconventions.bsky.social, @unep.org Global Mercury Partnership & @who.int. 🗓️ Thursday 3 September (13:00-14:00 CEST) Register: unep.webex.com/weblink/regi... #MakeMercuryHistory

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 17/08/2026

#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 17-23 Aug? ✅ #HRC63 ✅ 9 Years @minamataconvention.bsky.social ✅ #COP31 ✅ #ICJAOClimate ✅ @ipbes.net-@ipcc.bsky.social Workshop ✅ #UNCCDCOP17 ✅ #ActForHumanity ✅ #PlasticsTreaty ✅ #GreenSummer ✅ & more Check events, #jobs, suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN17-23Aug26

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, the #MinamataConvention reaffirms the value of #multilateralism in ensuring that the knowledge, perspectives, needs & priorities of the most affected inform solutions to #MakeMercuryHistory. More about the Convention's key focus areas: minamataconvention.org/en/topics

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 16/08/2026

For more than a century, dentists have used dental amalgam, a filling material that contains mercury. Countries are now working to phase it out with @minamataconvention.bsky.social’s help. The Convention marks its 9th anniversary today. Find out about this important work on health: bit.ly/45r4gQf

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Today, the #MinamataConvention celebrates the ninth anniversary of its entry into force. A new @unep.org story explores how Parties are working on phasing out dental amalgam by 2034, a major #MinamataCOP6 milestone to #MakeMercuryHistory. Read more: www.unep.org/technical-hi...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Almost nine years after the #MinamataConvention entered into force, we highlight how national reporting continues to provide insights into Parties' efforts to tackle #mercury pollution around the world. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/nati...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

As the #MinamataConvention nears its 9th anniversary, the Specific International Programme (SIP) keeps building Parties’ capacities. Projects in North Macedonia, Cuba, and Senegal, Burkina Faso & Togo show the progress to #MakeMercuryHistory. Read more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/nine...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

On International #YouthDay, the #MinamataConvention highlights initiatives showing how young people, in different contexts but with common aspirations, are helping #MakeMercuryHistory through education, community engagement & international dialogue. Read here: minamataconvention.org/en/news/yout...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

🗓️ Save the dates for the second phase of the #MinamataOnline 2026 webinar series Ahead of the #MinamataConvention 9th anniversary, the Secretariat announces a new series of webinars to be held from September to December. Check the list & register now: bit.ly/MINAMATAONLINE

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

To mark the International Day of World's #IndigenousPeoples, we highlight the value of their knowledge, community perspectives & experience, in advancing solutions that benefit communities, ecosystems & future generations to #MakeMercuryHistory. Read here: minamataconvention.org/en/news/stre...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

At the @thegef.bsky.social Chemicals and Waste Task Force Retreat "Strategic Planning for #GEF9 Implementation", the Secretariat highlighted that GEF-9 represents a critical opportunity to support timely implementation of the #MinamataConvention. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/mina...

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 26/07/2026

Interest in large-scale mangrove restoration is growing, but success depends on aligning all stakeholders—NGOs, govts, scientists, & communities—around science-based, inclusive approaches. #GenerationRestoration guidelines by @globalmangroves.bsky.social: www.decadeonrestoration.org/publications...

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 21/07/2026

UNEP regularly publishes the latest scientific reports on various environmental issues to advance solutions for a sustainable planet. Whether you’re an academic, policymaker, or just interested in the facts, you can access the publications here: unep.org/publications-data

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planetGOLD Programme @planetgold.org · 17/07/2026

By participating in expos & visiting #mercuryfree mine sites in Peru, Bolivian miners & gov officials are learning lessons about responsible small-scale gold mining practices they can apply back home. This knowledge exchange aims to build momentum to #MakeMercuryHistory 👏 youtu.be/GBUKN4JTxO0?...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Complete a new global survey to inform the development of the #MinamataConvention Exchange Platform. The survey aims to understand users' needs & expectations for this platform focused on information on #mercury, & is available in English, French & Spanish. 📝 bit.ly/SurveyExchan...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

During the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of the #IndigenousPeoples (EMRIP) annual session (a subsidiary body of the UN Human Rights Council), representatives met with Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz to build on growing engagement on #mercury issues. Read here: minamataconvention.org/en/news/cont...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

The #MinamataConvention Secretariat presented its Digital Strategy in the @un.org AI Dialogue Partnerships Hub, part of the first Global Dialogue on #AI #Governance taking place in Geneva on 6–7 July, and shared a written submission. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/mina...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

The #MinamataConvention Secretariat attended the 1st meeting of the Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme covering #mercury monitoring. Held in Shanghai by the Basel & Stockholm Convention Regional Centre in China, & funded by @thegef.bsky.social. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/firs...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

At the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Indigenous Fellows Programme in Geneva, the #MinamataConvention Secretariat met with Indigenous leaders to explore how to participate in the Convention's implementation & #MakeMercuryHistory. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/indi...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

📣 Welcome to the #MinamataConvention family! On 24 September 2026, Trinidad and Tobago will officially become the 154th Party to the Minamata Convention, a key step in joining the global efforts to #MakeMercuryHistory. How to become a Party ➡️ bit.ly/BecomingParty

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 23/06/2026

Sharing how @minamataconvention.bsky.social engages with the #SciencePolicy interface #ISPCWP, Alexander Romanov highlights: 🟡 MC observer status in the panel 🟡 Development of assessments 🟡 Technical work on mercury waste & collaboration with other bodies to set mercury waste thresholds.

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 23/06/2026

#Live now! At #BaselConvention #OEWG15, the side event "Strengthening the #SciencePolicy Interface on Waste through International Collaboration" explores how the panel can enhance the implementation of #BaselConvention. ▶️ tiny.cc/ISP-CWP23Jun... 📺 youtube.com/live/6jD22fd...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

The #MinamataConvention Secretariat convened the first online roundtable for implementing partners of fourth-round projects approved by the Specific International Programme to support Capacity Building and Technical Assistance (SIP). Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/sip-...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

On the occasion of the #MinamataOnline session held this week in preparation for #MinamataCOP7, Marie-Claire Lhenry, COP-7 President (France), visited the offices of the #MinamataConvention Secretariat. Webinar presentations & video recording: minamataconvention.org/en/events/up...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🔜 #MinamataOnline session on: upcoming deadlines and events in preparation for #MinamataCOP7 Today Tuesday 16 June (13h00-14h00 CEST) 📍 Join the #WebEx webinar: bit.ly/MO16JUN26 📺 Or watch on #YouTubeLive: youtube.com/live/Bd_GeiS...

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 15/06/2026

Providing an overview of @minamataconvention.bsky.social decisions on phase-out of mercury-added cosmetics, Eisaku Toda reminds all: deadline for parties to submit info on challenges in implementing obligations regarding mercury-added cosmetics is 30 June. 📄 minamataconvention.org/sites/defaul...

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GENeva Environment Network @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org · 15/06/2026

The GEN is at 6th meeting of Eliminating Mercury Skin Lightening Products project stakeholder group, sharing updates & connecting the project with global stakeholders & actions across the cosmetics sector. @thegef.bsky.social @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶️ www.unep.org/globalmercur...

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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Next week: @unep.org GMP webinar "Sixth meeting of the Eliminating Mercury Skin Lightening Products project stakeholder group". Elimination of #mercury in cosmetics is a key agenda item for #MinamataCOP7 next year. 🗓️ 15 June (14:30-15:30 CET) ➡️ Register: www.unep.org/globalmercur...

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