Environmental Quality Archives

Brazil ratifies the Minamata Convention on Mercury

Posted onJuly 7, 2017January 29, 2024

The Brazilian Senate approved the text of the Minamata Convention on Mercury (PSD 114/2017) that establishes strict criteria for eliminating the use of mercury. The Minamata Convention on Mercury will enter into force on 16 August and the first Conference Read More …

Study examined lead paint in Brazil

Posted onOctober 12, 2015January 21, 2018

The National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology (Inmetro) announced the results of the analysis of 17 paint brands, 12 types of synthetic and 5 types of varnish. The study, which was conducted in partnership with the Ministry of Environment Read More …