Chemical Policies
Use the search form at the bottom of this page to find policies worldwide related to chemicals management and sustainability. Get involved with our resources on the critical connection between green chemistry and policy.
How are Green Chemistry and Policy Connected?
Policy shapes the landscape of scientific research, exerting a profound influence on its direction and priorities. In the context of green chemistry, governmental policies can:
Direct resources towards initiatives that develop environmentally benign processes and sustainable materials (such as funding for research on recycling critical materials).
Set standards for the reduction or elimination of hazardous substances, encouraging scientists in academia, industry, and government to explore safer alternatives.
Impact the development and implementation of innovative technologies through regulations related to environmental impact assessments, waste disposal, and emissions control (for example, by setting limits on toxic substance disposal into waterways).
Researchers also have a role to play in advocating for policies that encourage the adoption of green chemistry. Advocacy can aid government officials in better understanding the available solutions when making decisions that have environmental and health consequences.
Flags outside the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France
Policy Resources
Explore the resources below to learn more about how science, policy, and sustainability intersect and how you can become an advocate for green chemistry!
New Technologies
The European Commission's "Future Briefs" provide regular, accessible updates on emerging technologies and their impacts.
OECD Case Studies
Explore studies conducted by the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development used to inform policies.
SAICM Video Library
Discover the Strategic Approach to International Chemical Management's videos on emerging policy issues.
White House Report
Read the National Science and Technology Council's 2023 Sustainable Chemistry Report.
Advocacy
Learn how to become an advocate for policies that advance green and sustainable chemistry.
Policies
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Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability Towards a Toxic-Free Environment
Chemicals are essential for the well-being, high living standards and comfort of mode
Circular Economy Act (KrWG)
The Circular Economy Act (KrWG) imposes extended producer responsibility, requiring man
Colorado HB 07-1220 Concerning a Preference for the Purchase of Environmentally Preferable Products by Government Entities
Requires governments to award contracts to bidders who offer environmentally preferable products.
Convention on the Transboundary Effects of Industrial Accidents
The Convention aims at protecting human beings and the environment against industrial accidents b
Decree No. 1570 Legislative Decree Approving the Law on Comprehensive Management of Chemical Substances (Decreto Legislativo Que Apreuba La Ley De Gestión Integral De Sustancias Químicas)
To accomplish the goal of protecting the health of individuals and the environment, the Decree ad
Disposal of Materials, Fluids, and Electrical Equipment Contaminated with Biphenyls (PCBs)
Brazil’s Law 14.250 focuses on the proper disposal of PCB-contaminated items such as el
Draft of the Chemical Management and Safety Rules (CMSR)
The Chemical Management and Safety Rules (CSMR) is a draft regulation currently under development
Environmental Protection Law No. 6 of 2017
This Law consisting of 33 articles aims at protecting the environment providing that (i) the Mini
European Union Rules on Export and Import of Hazardous Chemicals
The Rules on Export and Import regulation, implemented by the European Union (EU), ensu
Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia (No. 18 of 1999) on Waste Management of hazardous and toxic materials (Peraturan Pemerintah Republik Indonesia Nomor 18 Tahun 1999 Tentang Pengelolaan Limbah Bahan Berbahaya Dan Beracun)
This Regulation provides for the management of hazardous and toxic materials as residual from pro