Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) are chemical substances that persist in the environment, accumulate in living organisms and pose a risk to human health and the environment. POPs are regulated internationally through the Stockholm Convention.
The production, placing on the market and use of POPs is prohibited or severely restricted and rules are in place to minimise their release as industrial by-products, manage stockpiles and ensure the environmentally sound disposal of waste. Ensuring that effective risk management for POPs is in place and communicating your efforts to your stakeholders can be resource intensive.