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Registration is open for the first International Conference of the Global Framework on Chemicals. 

From 16–20 November 2026 in Geneva, governments, industry, businesses, investors, civil society, academia and international organizations will come together to track progress, accelerate action and invest for impact. 

Three years after the adoption of the Global Framework on Chemicals, the Conference will provide a unique opportunity to: 

- Track progress and identify gaps 

- Accelerate action and exchange solutions 

- Build partnerships across sectors and regions 

- Explore pathways to scale investment and implementation 

- Help shape the next phase of global action on chemicals and waste 

A planet free of harm from chemicals and waste will require stronger collaboration, smarter investment and action across value chains. The first International Conference is where those conversations turn into commitments and measurable progress. 

Registration deadline for self-funded participants: 30 September 2026 

Register and learn more: https://www.unep.org/global-framework-chemicals/international-conference-1 

Hello Comrades! Happy to be with you on this group! 

As Trade union leader of a National Trade Union of Cleaners and Waste pickers in Rwanda ( SYNTHA: Syndicat National des Travailleurs-euses d'Hygiene et Assainissement au Rwanda), I will learn more from your expertises, your experiences... 

I believe that when Cleaners and  waste pickers are well involved in environmental & Waste management projects, those projects are well implemented; when those frontline workers are not involved, it is not possible to have great results.  Many time, those workers are ignored, discriminated, however they are crucial and are milestones in Projects' implementation, without them few of them are not implementable. 

SYNTHA is engaged for signing Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) with Cleaning Companies in Rwanda, because true those Tripartite Social Dialogues where Government organs, Employers and Workers organization (SYNTHA)   will analyze together how the Frontline workers can benefit Decent work, how to access on Social protection, Safe and Security on workplace, how to respect National and ISO standards in Waste Management... 

In our strategic plan, SYNTHA want contribute more for the National Cleaning Cities  and for the National Strategic for Transformation... For the success of SDGs, NDC/Paris Agreement, and other Greening & climate change projects, be sure that  Waste pickers and other cleaning workers are involved.

 But, all those activities are big considering our self financing ( members' monthly contributions) as a Trade union recently created (on 19th of May 2024). 

Your comments, and your best practices in your respective countries will help us to know how to do and how to process... receive our thanks in advance!

Let us be involved for Greening our planet, SYNTHA firstly!

On behalf of SYNTHA

Ernest MIGAMBI

Waste management is possible in cities across the world, when Cleaners and Waste pickers are well involved, as frontlines workers. In Rwanda SYNTHA (National Union of Cleaners and waste pickers), is faithing for signing  Collective Bargaining Agreements with Cleaning Companies in Rwanda. After signing two CBAs on the 01st May 2026, now we are under negotiation with BA HEZA GENERAL SERVICES Ltd, a cleaning Company operating in three Districts of Kigali City, with over than 150 workers and 90% women and youth. 

This is my 3rd work and own quota to ridding poverty from the society and promoting self development.

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How Tyre Pyrolysis Machinery Technology Is Adapting to Stricter Emission Standards

Stricter emission standards are reshaping the design and operation of tyre recycling systems. Modern tyre pyrolysis machinery must now address not only material conversion efficiency but also gaseous emissions, particulate matter, odor, and process safety. This has encouraged manufacturers to move toward more enclosed, automated, and thermally integrated configurations.

One major development is improved process-gas management. During pyrolysis, waste tyre undergoes thermal decomposition and generates combustible gases. Rather than allowing these gases to escape, contemporary systems can route them through controlled combustion or recovery circuits. Reusing process gas as a supplementary heat source can reduce external fuel demand while improving overall thermal efficiency.

Emission-control equipment is also becoming more sophisticated. Depending on the feedstock and applicable regulations, a pyrolysis installation may incorporate condensers, dust filtration, gas scrubbing, and thermal oxidation. These components help manage volatile compounds, particulate emissions, and other pollutants before exhaust gas is discharged.

Temperature control is equally important. Pyrolysis requires carefully regulated thermal conditions, and unstable heating can affect both product quality and emission characteristics. Automated sensors and programmable control systems allow operators to maintain more consistent reactor conditions, reducing process fluctuations and improving repeatability.

Another important trend is enhanced sealing. A well-contained reactor and properly engineered gas-transfer system can minimize fugitive emissions and unwanted odor. Negative-pressure operation, where appropriate, can provide an additional layer of containment.

Data monitoring is becoming increasingly consequential. Modern tyre pyrolysis machinery can incorporate continuous measurement of temperature, pressure, gas flow, and combustion conditions. Recorded operational data can support process optimization, maintenance planning, and environmental compliance documentation.

The technological trajectory is clear: emission control is becoming an integral part of pyrolysis system architecture rather than an auxiliary consideration. Future systems are likely to place greater emphasis on closed-loop gas utilization, high-efficiency thermal management, automated monitoring, and more rigorous exhaust treatment.

For operators, selecting equipment based solely on processing capacity is no longer sufficient. Regulatory requirements, emission-control configuration, energy efficiency, monitoring capability, and long-term compliance should all be evaluated when assessing the suitability of a tyre pyrolysis machinery system.

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This important global forum is an opportunity to share African experiences, strengthen partnerships, and amplify the voices of women and civil society in discussions on chemicals and waste management.
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Building a Bridge for Resilience: From the Sahel to Small Island Developing States (SIDS)

Dear colleagues of the Green Forum and the ISLANDS community,

As a new member joining from UNDP Niger, I am struck by the shared vulnerabilities that connect the landlocked Sahel with the world's Small Island Developing States. Both our regions are on the frontlines of the climate crisis, facing critical infrastructure gaps and a persistent "last-mile" digital divide.

In the Sahel, we are pioneering an "Offline-First AI" framework to deliver predictive climate analytics and DRR protocols without internet. This frugal innovation ensures that even the most remote communities can have access to life-saving data.

I believe this model is highly transferable to the unique context of SIDS, where connectivity can be a major challenge, especially on outer islands during extreme weather events.

I am here to share our open-source blueprint and to learn from your unique expertise in island resilience. How are you tackling the challenge of data-driven decision-making in low-connectivity island environments?

#Resilience #ClimateAction #SIDS #Sahel #AI4Dev #LocallyLedAdaptation

How a Biochar Machine Supports Carbon Removal and the Circular Bioeconomy

A biochar machine provides a controlled method for converting agricultural and forestry residues into stable carbon-rich material. Through pyrolysis or controlled carbonization, biomass is heated under oxygen-limited conditions, causing part of its volatile organic matter to separate while retaining a substantial proportion of carbon in the solid fraction. This process creates a pathway for managing biomass residues while supporting longer-term carbon storage.

Biochar is particularly relevant to carbon removal because carbon originally absorbed by plants through photosynthesis can be transferred into a more persistent form. When appropriately produced and applied, biochar can remain in soil or other suitable environments for considerably longer than untreated biomass. The actual climate benefit, however, depends on feedstock sourcing, process emissions, transportation, application, and the stability of the resulting biochar.

The circular bioeconomy adds another dimension. Instead of treating crop residues such as rice husk, sawdust, coconut shell, or agricultural stalks as low-value waste, a biochar machine can convert these materials into a useful carbonaceous product. Process gases generated during thermal conversion may also be recovered as an internal energy source, improving resource utilization and reducing reliance on external fuel.

Equipment selection is therefore an important part of project planning. When evaluating biochar equipment for sale, factors such as feedstock moisture, particle size, reactor configuration, thermal efficiency, automation, cooling capacity, and emission-control provisions should be considered. A system designed for dry sawdust may not perform identically with high-ash rice husk or dense coconut shell.

The economic model can extend beyond biochar itself. Depending on feedstock and process configuration, a project may generate usable process heat or combustible gas alongside the solid product. This creates a cascading utilization model in which biomass carbon and thermal energy are both recovered rather than discarded.

For carbon removal projects, however, producing biochar is only one component of the overall system. Reliable feedstock records, production data, carbon-content measurements, chain-of-custody documentation, and appropriate end-use management are increasingly important for demonstrating environmental performance.

A well-designed biochar machine can consequently serve as more than a biomass-processing device. It can become part of an integrated circular-bioeconomy system that connects agricultural residue management, renewable energy utilization, carbon storage, and resource recovery. As interest in durable carbon removal grows, efficient and controllable biochar production may become an increasingly significant mechanism for transforming residual biomass into a measurable climate and economic resource.