143-11 Registry of Emissions and Transfer of Pollutants PRTR Peru

Summary

The Registry of Emissions and Transfer of Pollutants RETC Peru, is constituted in an environmental management mechanism that facilitates access to information on releases to the environment of potentially dangerous substances and materials to the citizen; also serving as an input to support policy decisions regarding the management of chemicals as well as their associated risks. This publication details the central elements that should guide the implementation process of the Registry in the country.

Issuer

Peru

Year

2014

Region

South America

Issuer (type)

Ministry of Environment (Peru Ministerio del Ambiente) (Government)

Policy Type

Other sustainability policy

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary

Main industries targeted

Manufacturing
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting
Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
Retail trade

Restrictiveness

Very Low

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 15: Life on Land