The guidance serves to assist Parties to the Stockholm Convention in fulfilling their obligations under Article 7, paragraph 1 (a) and Article 15, paragraph 1. It aims to facilitate the development of effective strategies for dicofol and the environmentally sound management of associated stockpiles and wastes.
By providing detailed instructions on inventory development, the document enables policymakers to acquire essential information about dicofol production, uses and releases within their nations. Emphasizing the importance of accurate data and a robust inventory approach, the guide ensures compliance with international standards while allowing flexibility to tailor the process according to local circumstances. Specifically tailored for dicofol, it supports the elaboration of national implementation plans, contributing to the convention's objectives. Users are encouraged to consult additional guidance documents for comprehensive insight into persistent organic pollutants (POPs) inventory development and management practices:
- General guidance on POPs inventory development (UNEP, 2020)
- General technical guidelines on the environmentally sound management of wastes consisting of, containing or contaminated with persistent organic pollutants (UNEP, 2022)
- Preparation of inventories of pesticides and contaminated materials (FAO, 2010)
The target audience is the national focal points of the Stockholm Convention, policymakers, government officials, consultants and experts involved in the NIP review and update process.
As part of the GEF-funded and UNEP-led “Global Development, Review and Update of NIPs under the Stockholm Convention on POPs” project, the Green Growth Knowledge Partnership (GGKP) is executing Component 4, focused on disseminating information, managing knowledge and coordinating with the Stockholm Convention Secretariat to provide accessible, integrated tools and resources for all Parties.