THE RIGHT TO ENVIRONMENTAL DISCLOSURE REGARDING HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES AND WASTE
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Abstract
Mismanagement of hazardous materials and waste, and exposure to them, have serious impacts on all human rights, especially the right to a healthy and safe environment, Therefore information is a crucial element in preventing human rights violations resulting from exposure to hazardous materials and waste. However, vital information related to hazardous materials and waste is often unavailable and difficult to obtain.
Information is a critical element for enjoying human rights and is essential for good governance. It is necessary to obtain information on hazardous materials to prevent risks, reduce harm, conduct research focusing on finding safer alternatives, provide treatment, ensure transparency, participation, and consensus in decision-making and policies.
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Convention on Access to Information, Public Participation in Decision-making and Access to Justice in Environmental Matters.
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