Mercury

Minamata Convention, Curbing Mercury Use, is Now Legally Binding

By IPS World Desk
The Minamata Convention -- a legally-binding landmark treaty, described as the first new environmental agreement in over a decade – entered into force August 16.

US Lags Far Behind in Banning Dental Health Hazard

By Thalif Deen
The United States is lagging far behind its Western allies – and perhaps most of the key developing countries – in refusing to act decisively to end a longstanding health and environmental hazard: the use of mercury in dentistry.

Africa Drives Global Action Against Mercury Use

By Miriam Gathigah
With a new international treaty, an increasing number of African countries are committing to phasing out mercury, a significant health and environmental hazard.

Global Coalition Seeks Ban on Mercury Use

By Thalif Deen
A coalition of over 25 international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) has launched a global campaign to end a longstanding health and environmental hazard: the use of mercury in dentistry.