Quick Views: First Plenary ISP-CWP

The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution (ISP-CWP) was established in June 2025. The first session of its Plenary (its decision-making body) was  held in Geneva, 2-6 February 2026.

The meeting agenda included:

• Electing the Chair and officers of the Bureau.
• Adopting Rules of procedures for the Plenary.
• Deciding on the physical location of the ISP-CWP Secretariat.
• Establishing the ISP-CWP Trust Fund.

In addition, the Plenary considered several draft documents on policies and procedures, including:

• Conflict-of-interest policy.
• Process for determining the work programme.
• Procedures for the preparation and clearance of Panel deliverables.
• Financial arrangements.

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