Definition(s)
Organic pollutants that do not break down chemically and remain in the environment. Pollutants with higher persistence may produce more harmful environmental effects. (Source: GEMET/LANDYa)
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Anglais
persistent organic pollutant
Russe
стойкое органическое загрязняющее вещество
Espagnol
contaminantes orgánicos persistentes
Arabe
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Convention de Bâle | 2 decisions2 documents | |
Convention de Stockholm | 3 articles and paragraphs11 decisions28 documents | |
Convention de Minamata sur le mercure | 2 documents | |
Assemblée des Nations Unies pour l’environnement | 2 decisions |