74-6 Agreement No 1071-2014 - Carrots & Sticks

Summary

In compliance with international conventions, the agreement dictates measures to minimize the risks derived from the use, storage, handling, transportation, treatment and disposal of equipment, oils, waste and soil contaminated with Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), highly toxic substances, and harmful to human health and the environment.

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Issuer

Honduras

Year

2014

Region

South America

Issuer (type)

Secretary of Energy, Natural Resources, Environment and Mines (Government)

Policy Type

Other sustainability policy

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory

Main industries targeted

Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
Manufacturing
Retail trade
Transportation & Warehousing

Restrictiveness

Very High

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 15: Life on Land
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals