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Montreal Protocol (INT)
The Montreal Protocol was designed to phase out substances that deplete the ozone layer. The treaty focuses on reducing the use of chemicals like chlorofuorocarbons. It was considered one of the most successful enviornmental agreements, with global cooperation leading to recovery of the ozone layer. -
Delaney Clause of Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (US)
The Delaney Clause of Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act prohibits the approval of any food additive found to cause cancer in humans or animals. The clause reflects a zero-tolerence policy for carcinogenic substances in processed foods. It was a land mark in food safety regulation, though later challenged by advances in risk assessment methods. -
Clean Air Act (US)
The Clean Air Act aimed at reducing air pollution and protecting air quality. The law sets limits on emissions from industries and vehicles. It also gives the Enviornmental Protection Agency the authority to enforce air quality standards. -
Clean Water Act (US)
The Clean Water Act regulates and restores the quality of the nation's surface waters. It aims to prevent water pollution by setting standards for wastewater discharges and regulating pollutants. The act gives the EPA authority to oversee state-level programs for water quality management. It also promotes the protection of wetlands and aquatic ecosystems to ensure clean and safe water for public use. -
Endangered Species Act (US)
The Endangered Species Act protects animals and plants at risk of extinction. It allows species to be listed as threatened or endangered and provides measure for their recovery. The law prohibits harming listed species and protects their habitats. -
Safe Drinking Water Act (US)
The Safe Drinking Water Act ensures the safety of public drinking water quality and regulates the treatment of water to protect public health. The law authorizes the enviornmental protection agenecy to establish and enforce drinking water standards. It also requires regular testing of public monitoring systems to ensure compliance with society guidelines. -
Convetion on International Trade in Endangered Species (INT)
The convetion on International Trade in Endangered Species is an international agreement between governments to ensure that glabal trade does not threaten the survival of wild animals and plants. It was signed in 1973 and came in force in 1975. It regulates trade through a system of permits and certificates for listed species. Over 180 countires take part in this convention making it very effective. -
Comprehensive Enviornmental Response, Compensation, Liability (US)
The Comprehensive Enviornmental Response, Compensation, Liability is a U.S. law is designed to clean up sites contaiminated with hazardous substances. It was a response to concerns about toxic waste. It gives the federal government authority to respond directly to enviornmental emergencies and hold polluters accountable. It also created a trust fund called superfund to finance clean up. -
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (INT)
The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulates thhe disposal of solid and hazardous waste. It aims to protect human health and the enviorntment, ensuring safe waste management practices. It establishes guidelines for waste treatement, storage, and cleanup of contaiminated sites. The law also encourages waste minimization and recycling efforts to conserve resources. -
Kyoto Protocol (INT)
The Kyoto Protocol is a international treaty that aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions to combat climate change. The treaty set legal binding targets for developed countries to cut their emissions. It marked the first major global effort to address climate change through international cooperation