WASHINGTON, Jun 16, CMC – The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) says it will next week host a one-day hearing with the objective of analysing the situation of recyclers and efforts to reduce methane emissions in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
It said that the July 24 event is being held in the context of the climate emergency and seeks to create a regional space for active listening and broad consultation with recycling organizations, climate change experts, and state representatives, with a view to advancing the development of inter-American standards and concrete recommendations for the design of inclusive public policies on this issue.
The IACHR, which is a principal and autonomous body of the Organization of American States (OAS), said that to Article 66 of its Rules of Procedure, notes that interested parties must provide their identification information and justify their participation in the hearing.
“The Inter-American Commission will publish the list of organizations, institutions, and individuals selected to participate in this hearing in due course. Those who are not invited are also invited to submit any relevant documentation and information on the topics discussed in writing,” it said.
Methane (CH4) is a colourless, odourless and flammable gas that is a major component of natural gas and a potent green house. It’s the simplest hydrocarbon, consisting of one carbon atom and four hydrogen atoms. Methane plays a significant role in both energy production and climate change.
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