21 decisions, including end use of dental amalgam by 2034. #MinamataCOP6 opens "another chapter of the mercury history book" (Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz) & leaves "mercury a little further behind" (COP-6 President Osvaldo Álvarez). Read more: bit.ly/MinamataCOP6... @unep.org @thegef.bsky.social

Agreement on the long-sought phaseout of dental amalgam drew a standing ovation at #MinamataCOP6 In total, delegates adopted two decisions on product phaseout exemption extensions, plus seven more on a range of issues Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con... #mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social

"Whether you joined a small group or got swept up in plenary surprises, you made history. You helped ensure @minamataconvention.bsky.social remains more inclusive & dynamic than ever." President Osvaldo Álvarez stresses #MinamataCOP6 highlighted that every voice matters & every minute counts.

"#Mercury pollution is a scourge, but your work here & at home is a bright spot on this earth & shows the promise of multilateralism when it's most needed." ES Monika Stankiewicz thanks all those who made #MinamataCOP6 possible & paved the way to #MakeMercuryHistory. @minamataconvention.bsky.social

"The @thegef.bsky.social takes its role in the financial mechanism of the #MinamataConvention very seriously in supporting obligations of Parties". Watch GEF Senior Environment Specialist Anil Sookdeo's message at #MinamataCOP6: youtube.com/shorts/beYVZ... More about COP-6: bit.ly/MinamataCOP6

At #MinamataCOP6 delegates elect Marie-Claire Lhenry, #France, as President of #MinamataCOP7. #MakeMercuryHistory @minamataconvention.bsky.social

In closing, @brsconventions.bsky.social Executive Secretary Rolph Payet highlights how the work on #MercuryWaste is another example of cooperation between the BRS Conventions, @unep.org, GMP & @minamataconvention.bsky.social advancing sound management and ensuring harmonization across efforts.

Francesca Cenni provides an outlook of mercury waste management activities undertaken under the #BaselConvention & in collaboration with @minamataconvention.bsky.social, highlighting: 🟡 National reporting dashboard to monitor transboundary movement of mercury waste 🟡 Technical guidelines on ESM

The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury Wastes Management in countries" presenting recent tools and projects on environmentally sound disposal of mercury-containing waste under both the @minamataconvention.bsky.social and the @brsconventions.bsky.social.

Panelists demonstrated how both rigorous data-driven solutions, particularly through the use of multiple mercury emission calculation methods, when integrated with meaningful stakeholder engagement and participation will be to reduce mercury emissions in #ASGM. @minamataconvention.bsky.social

The week of #MinamataCOP6 featured several special events, including science-policy links, effective implementation, insights from @planetgold.org, the launch of Women’s Caucus, mercury in cosmetics, film screenings & more. Read more in our live blog: minamataconvention.org/en/meetings/...

The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury reduction in artisanal gold mining using local knowledge and practical strategies - from data to action", exploring strategies to eliminate mercury use in ASGM through stakeholder engagement.

At #MinamataCOP6 delegates adopt, w/ standing ovation, decision to phase out #dentalamalgam by 2034, and add more phasedown measures for dental amalgam to Convention Annex A. #MakeMercuryHistory

As regional meetings wrap up in the morning, around the venue, various delegations take group photos on the last day of #MinamataCOP6.

Plenary has resumed its morning session at #MinamataCOP6 as they are expected to tackle: 🟡 Cosmetics 🟡 Amendment to Annex A 🟡 Extension of exemptions 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjAz...

This week the planetGOLD programme was honored to share lessons and reflections at a #MinamataCOP6 special event sponsored by the Global Environment Facility on November 4. 👉 View the recap: www.planetgold.org/planetgold-p... #MakeMercuryHistory #ResponsibleMining #EthicalGold

At #MinamataCOP6 delegates adopted six decisions on: • trade in #mercury compounds • biodiversity • international cooperation • follow-up to the Gender Action Plan • supply sources and trade • dates and venue of #MinamataCOP7 Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con...

During plenary this morning, a special recognition was given to co-chairs and facilitators of #MinamataCOP6 for their leadership, tireless commitment, professionalism and collaborative spirit. @minamataconvention.bsky.social

It's Day 5⃣ and the last day of #MinamataCOP6! Following six decisions adopted yesterday, the plenary will consider the remaining outcomes of contact groups & consultations, as well as the adoption of the remaining decisions. @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶️ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMinamataCOP6

Fifth and last day of #MinamataCOP6 in Geneva Stay updated for the schedule, knowledge labs, live blog, photo albums, coverage by @iisd.org & live streaming in all 6 UN languages. Read our newsletter: www.linkedin.com/pulse/minama...

Want to dig deeper into Thursday's talks in Geneva for #MinamataCOP6? Read the full Earth Negotiations Bulletin daily report Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con... #Mercury #chemicals @minamataconvention.bsky.social

The GEN is at the @gvagrad.bsky.social for a #MinamataCOP6 Special Event, "Detoxifying Cosmetics and Beauty Ideals: Where policy meets art", putting forward a powerful vision for ending mercury and colorism-fueled cosmetics. @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶️ graduateinstitute.ch/communicatio...

"One of the important things for the #MinamataConvention is to encourage a monitoring programme of the mercury in regions like the Amazon". Watch 2024 ROLEX NatGeo Explorer of the Year Fernando Trujillo's message at #MinamataCOP6: youtube.com/shorts/XTb8d... More about COP-6: bit.ly/MinamataCOP6

The Conference of the Parties has adopted the decision to tentatively hold #MinamataCOP7 in #GENeva from 14-18 June 2027, with preparatory meetings on 13 June. @minamataconvention.bsky.social 📄 minamataconvention.org/sites/defaul...

#MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Labs continue offering a space for key discussions on mercury-related topics: 🌿 Indigenous Peoples & Mercury Monitoring: 💄 Experiences on the Elimination of Mercury from Consumer and Healthcare Products

Work continues of Day 4⃣ of #MinamataCOP6 as contact and informal groups carries on into the evening, as they discuss: 🟡 Budget 🟡 #ASGM 🟡 Technical matters

Today: #MinamataCOP6 special event: Detoxifying Cosmetics​ and Beauty Ideals, where policy meets art Organized by @unep.org Global Mercury Partnership, this public event includes the film "Timpi Tampa" at the @gvagrad.bsky.social (18h15-20h25 CET). Learn more: www.unep.org/globalmercur...

Consult highlights of the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab, "Informing Integrated Chemicals Management: Data Needs and Experience from Mercury". bsky.app/profile/gene...

Consult the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab, "Fostering the integration of chemicals pollution into #NBSAPs".

Consult highlights of the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab on Advancing Gender-Inclusive Solutions in #ASGM.

The first set of #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Labs on Day 4⃣ will be tackling: 🟡 Prototypes for Mercury-Free Dentistry 🟡 Fostering integration of chemicals pollution into #NBSAPs 🟡 Informing Integrated Chemicals Management 🟡 Advancing Gender-Inclusive Solutions in #ASGM

📢 Starting at 14:00 CET! Advancing #GenderInclusive Solutions in ASGM If you're attending #MinamataCOP6 join us & the World Bank’s Africa EHPMP program downstairs in Room 3 for an engaging Knowledge Lab focused on #GenderResponsive approaches in artisanal & small-scale gold mining.

#MinamataCOP6 decision on international cooperation calls for: seeking partnership w/ Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste & Pollution; enhancing cooperation w/ Global Framework on Chemicals; seeking membership in Inter-Organization Programme for Sound Management of Chemicals

#MinamataCOP6 decision invites Parties & stakeholders to submit to Secretariat by 31 March 2026 available info on supply, use & #trade of #mercury compounds & share views on which compounds could be listed in a new Convention annex. An expert group is tasked to submit recommendations to #COP7

#MinamataCOP6 decision encourages Parties to undertake actions suggested in a road map for enhancing co-benefits from #MinamataConvention & Global Biodiversity Framework implementation & integrate actions on reducing #mercury pollution from #ASGM into national #biodiversity strategies & action plans

#MinamataCOP6 adopts decision on the financial mechanism providing additional guidance to Global Environment Facility (#GEF) & agreeing COP7 will consider possibly extending the Specific International Programme to Support Capacity-Building & Technical Assistance for an additional period. #mercury

Plenary resumes in the morning of Day 4⃣ of #MinamataCOP6, as delegates are expected to tackle: 🟡 Credentials 🟡 Mercury & #KMGBF 🟡 Mercury supply sources & trade 🟡 Venue & date of #MinamataCOP7 🟡 Int'l cooperation & coordination 🟡 & more 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvrN...

It's Day 4⃣ at #MinamataCOP6! After key decisions were agreed upon yesterday, parties will continue advancing work for the consideration of outcomes of contact groups, and the adoption of remaining decisions. @minamataconvention.bsky.social @enb.iisd.org ▶ tiny.cc/GENRoadtoMinamataCOP6

BRS Executive Secretary Rolph Payet, speaking at #MinamataCOP6 on the opportunities to tackle the root causes of the interlinked environmental crises of #climatechange, #biodiversity loss and #pollution. #BRSConventions #MinamataConvention #Sustainability

Danger doesn’t always look dangerous. It can hide in fish, face creams, or the air. This week in Geneva, countries meet for @minamataconvention.bsky.social’s #MinamataCOP6 to step up action to #MakeMercuryHistory and protect people and the planet. More: bit.ly/4qQZfKv

The importance of simplifying #ASGM formalization processes was reinforced by @minamataconvention.bsky.social Exec Secretary Monika Stankiewicz at @thegef.bsky.social sponsored special event at #MinamataCOP6 this week, featuring lessons learned in the planetGOLD programme #MakeMercuryHistory

Want to dig deeper into Wednesday's talks at #MinamataCOP6 in Geneva? Read the full Earth Negotiations Bulletin daily report ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con... #mercury #MakeMercuryHistory

Delegates at #MinamataCOP6 worked Wednesday to tackle the many agenda items left By day's end they adopted decisions on the financial mechanism, effectiveness evaluation, knowledge management, and international cooperation Highlights ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con... @minamataconvention.bsky.social

Day 3⃣ evening #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Labs address various key #mercury related issues, including: 🟨 Biomonitoring and biota mercury monitoring 🟨 Illegal Mercury Trade 🟨 Health guide to deal with Indigenous Peoples Exposed to Mercury ▶️ minamataconvention.org/en/meetings/...

At #MinamataCOP6, Parties adopted a decision inviting Parties to submit their full national reports by 31 December 2025, to ensure that the most recent information is available for the 1st effectiveness evaluation due to be considered by COP7. #MakeMercuryHistory @minamataconvention.bsky.social

On Day 3⃣ of #MinamataCOP6, plenary resumes in the afternoon to discuss: 🖥 Knowledge management 🌱 Mercury & Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF 🌐 International cooperation and coordination 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=foqx...

Other #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Labs also took place at CICG, which addressed: 🟡 Minamata Disease: Bearing Witness through Photography - Lessons from Minamata for Tomorrow’s Challenges 🟡 How Partnerships and Research Infrastructures Enhance Implementation of the Convention

Consult highlights of the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab, "Detoxifying Cosmetics and Beauty Ideals: Global voices and solutions to reduce demand for mercury and skin lightening".

At #MinamataCOP6, Indigenous Peoples' Organizations announced the launch of the International Indigenous Peoples' Forum on #Mercury and called for upholding the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), including the right to self-organize. #MakeMercuryHistory