This report outlines how the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm (BRS) Conventions have advanced global efforts to manage chemicals and waste in ways that protect human health and the environment. It highlights the science-policy mechanisms embedded in the BRS framework, such as expert review committees and technical guidelines, that enable evidence-based decision-making across nations.
The report explores how these established tools and experiences can guide the creation of a new science-policy panel on chemicals, waste and pollution. It emphasizes the importance of building on, rather than duplicating, existing scientific infrastructure and governance processes under the BRS system.
By identifying current gaps in global chemicals governance, the report aims to support the development of a panel that enhances coordination, strengthens scientific input and supports sound management practices. It is intended for SPP designers and negotiators, national policymakers, science advisors, BRS National Focal Points and regional technical assistance providers.