Electronic template for NIPs
In response to the request in paragraph 7(c) of decision SC-9/9, an electronic template has been developed to harmonize the reporting of quantitative and qualitative information in national implementation plans (NIPs) with reporting under Article 15 of the Stockholm Convention. This template was developed in cooperation with UNEP Chemicals and Health Branch as part of its medium-sized Global Environment Facility projects. Parties are encouraged to use this electronic template and provide feedback to the Secretariat.
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Guidance documents and technical modules
A variety of guidance documents are available to support Parties in developing, reviewing, and updating their NIPs. These include general guidance on the NIP process, as well as more specialized technical guidance on preparing inventories for specific POPs, on alternatives to POPs, and on the application of Best Available Techniques and Best Environmental Practices (BAT/BEP).
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In addition, the Secretariat has developed online technical training modules to support Parties in preparing inventories for specific POPs. The development of these guidance documents and modules has been made possible through generous contributions from the European Union and the Governments of Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden. These modules are available here:
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The available modules include: