Monitoring Imports of Ozone-depleting Substances


Book Description

This Guidebook will be of invaluable assistance to government environment officers & customs officials in deciding how to design their own systems to monitor & control the import of ozone depleting substances (ODSs). It describes the monitoring systems in such countries as Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines & Sweden among others. Discussion is also focused on monitoring based on customs statistics, import permits systems & their role in monitoring imports; customs role in ensuring compliance with import restrictions; structure of the Harmonized System & efforts to adjust it to the needs of the Montreal Protocol & problems related to mixed chemicals.




Regulations to Control Ozone Depleting Substances


Book Description

Drawing on the experience of 58 developed and developing countries around the globe, this guidebook provides a concise overview of the ozone protection regulations. Besides providing a core knowledge about regulations worldwide, it should also stimulate the reader to further investigate different policy options and facilitate contact with focal points in other countries who already have experience with developing similar measures.




Phasing Out ODS in Developing Countries


Book Description

The introduction of import/export licensing systems for ozone-depleting substances (ODS) is now mandatory for all parties to the Montreal Protocol. With practical help & step-by-step guidance, this resource module will assist the governments of developing countries in the design & establishment of import & export licensing systems. Based on the experience of developed & developing countries with systems already in place, it will be of great value for those setting up new legislation or seeking to modify existing systems.










Handbook on Data Reporting Under the Montreal Protocol


Book Description

Provides step-by-step guidance on fulfilling the annual reporting requirements under the latest amendments to the 1987 Montreal Protocol on ozone depleting substances (ODS). Data are intended particularly as a tool for securing assistance by developing nations, as well as aiding decision makers in all participant countries devise realistic control/phase-out strategies. Includes the required forms; approved destruction processes; a summary chart of the ozone-depleting potential of the major ODS; information on the status of Protocol ratification and identification of non-parties, and data reporting discrepancies. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.




Handbook for the International Treaties for the Protection of the Ozone Layer


Book Description

This handbook contains the full texts of the Vienna Convention and the Montreal Protocol, including amendments and decisions adopted by the Parties upto the end of the year 2002, as well as information on the rule of procedure for meetings, the evolution of the Montreal Protocol, and on sources of further information.




The International Legal Régime for the Protection of the Stratospheric Ozone Layer


Book Description

The first edition of Professor Yoshida’s monograph, The International Legal Régime for the Protection of the Stratosphere Ozone Layer, provided a renowned and comprehensive contemporary study of the international ozone régime. In the second revised edition, the author analyses important developments in the ozone treaty régime.




Manual on Compliance with and Enforcement of Multilateral Environmental Agreements


Book Description

This Manual expands upon Guidelines on Compliance with and Enforcement of MultilateralEnvironmental Agreements (MEAs). Many States participated in the developmentand negotiation of the Guidelines, which were adopted by the UNEP GoverningCouncil in 2002. While this Manual is not a negotiated document, it also is the result ofa collaborative process involving a wide range of numerous individuals around the world.These people assisted in drafting case studies and other contributions, reviewing the text,and suggesting substantive and formatting changes.