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Who we are
UNDP Chemicals and Waste Hub is a global network of partners supporting the implementation of international conventions on chemicals and waste management. Our work aims to reduce pollution across value chains and accelerate the transition toward sustainable production, consumption, and a circular economy.
UNDP supports initiatives in over 120 countries to protect human health, biodiversity, the ozone layer, and the climate. These efforts include the phase-out of hundreds of hazardous chemicals—such as highly toxic pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), mercury, ozone-depleting substances, and refrigerants with high global warming potential—from industrial processes and consumer products.
OUR TEAM
Our team combines strong technical expertise and a commitment to advancing sustainable development. With backgrounds in environmental science, chemistry, public policy, and international development, we support countries in navigating complex regulatory frameworks, designing impactful projects, and scaling innovative solutions.
OUR PARTNERS
UNDP brings together a diverse network of partners, from governments and UN agencies to donors, funds, and private actors, to co-create integrated solutions. By leveraging these partnerships, the Hub scales up innovation and impact in chemicals and waste management, plastics reduction, and sustainable cooling, paving the way for a more sustainable future.