How do National Implementation Plan priorities under the Stockholm Convention contribute to broader sustainable development goals? This guidance explores the linkages between Persistent Organic Pollutants management, the Sustainable Development Goals Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management, climate change, waste management and biodiversity, helping countries align chemicals and waste priorities with global environmental commitments.

Produced under the coordination of the UNEP Chemicals and Health Branch and theGreen Growth Knowledge Partnership, this guidance contributes to the GEF-funded, UNEP-led Global NIP Update project (GEF 10785) that supports countries develop, review and update NIPs under the Stockholm Convention on POPs.