This guidance aims to support Parties to the Stockholm Convention in streamlining their data collection, national reporting, and quality assurance processes for both National Implementation Plans (NIPs) under Article 7 and national reports under Article 15. It also outlines the reporting format and electronic submission process using the Stockholm Convention's Electronic Reporting System (ERS), ensuring Parties are equipped to accurately and efficiently report on their progress in implementing the Convention.
Target audience
Stockholm Convention Official Contact Points and National Focal Points, particularly from project countries
National officials and experts involved in the process of reviewing and updating the NIPs
National officials and experts involved in hazardous chemicals and waste management
Members of NIP National Coordinating Mechanism/Committees and Project Coordination Units/Thematic Task Groups
Representatives of regional centres
Other stakeholders
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.