Materials and circular economy work area

Thematic working group

Chemicals, Waste and Pollution Working Group

Focuses on pollution prevention and sound chemicals, waste, and pollution management.

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What this group moves forward

The group turns its portfolio into youth consultations, member resources, and practical routes for policy input.

Coordinate youth inputs on chemicals, waste, and pollution policy
Support consultations, webinars, and technical briefings
Connect youth advocates with UNEP and related policy processes

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Background

Children and Youth Major Group (CYMG)

Chemicals, Waste and Pollution
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Welcome to the homepage of the 'Chemicals, Waste, and Pollution Working Group' under the Children and Youth Major Group to UNEP (CYMG). Our group is dedicated to addressing the critical policy issues surrounding chemicals, waste, and pollution, with a focus on safeguarding the environment for present and future generations.