Endosulfan came close to being banned at the fourth meeting of the Review Committee of the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic
Pollutants (POP). The meeting was held in Geneva from October 13 to 17. It saw 24 of the 28 countries vote for inclusion of endosulfan in the
treaty's list of chemicals that need to be phased out. India and China refused to vote. India cited lack of evidence against endosulfan as the
reason, while Sierra Leone abstained from voting without giving reason. Germany being the chair also abstained. The committee concluded
that it was satisfied that endosulfan fulfilled the screening criteria, thus qualifying as a pop. Its inclusion in the POP
list will be decided in May, 2009, at the fifth Conference of Parties. Endosulfan is banned in 57 countries.
We are a voice to you; you have been a support to us. Together we build journalism that is independent, credible and fearless. You can further help us by making a donation. This will mean a lot for our ability to bring you news, perspectives and analysis from the ground so that we can make change together.
.png)
Comments are moderated and will be published only after the site moderator’s approval. Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name. Selected comments may also be used in the ‘Letters’ section of the Down To Earth print edition.