International Treaties and Conventions Quiz
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What is the primary objective of treaties in relation to nations?

  • To establish trade agreements
  • To limit military actions between countries
  • To create financial incentives for development
  • To foster accountability through reporting progress (correct)

    • When did the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) come into effect?

  • March 21, 1994
  • May 8, 1992 (correct)
  • March 24, 1994
  • May 9, 1992

    • Which of the following is NOT considered a milestone of the UNFCCC?

  • Paris Agreement
  • Global Climate Action Agenda
  • Kyoto Protocol
  • Biodiversity Convention (correct)

    • What is an alternative name for The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development?

    <p>World Summit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is known for never ratifying the Kyoto Protocol?

    <p>USA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many principles are listed in the Rio Declaration?

    <p>25</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Kyoto Protocol primarily aim to achieve?

    <p>Reduce and limit greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what area did the Kyoto Protocol lack effectiveness?

    <p>Strong enforcement and agreements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who signed the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2002 into law?

    <p>Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about hazardous waste is not true?

    <p>Materials that pose no risk to human health or the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of waste do fruit and vegetable peelings fall under?

    <p>Compostable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body oversees the implementation of solid waste management in the Philippines?

    <p>National Solid Waste Management Commission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for waste-to-energy processes?

    <p>Incineration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Solid waste materials that are non-compostable and non-recyclable are known as?

    <p>Residual waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant design flaw in the RBMK reactor related to the Chernobyl accident?

    <p>Positive void coefficient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which radioactive material was primarily released during the Chernobyl disaster?

    <p>Cesium-137</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary impact of climate change on the environment?

    <p>Threatens life on earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which goal of the UN Millennium Development Goals focuses on education?

    <p>Achieve Universal Primary Education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of DAO 2013-22?

    <p>To protect public health by managing hazardous waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the United Nations Millennium Declaration signed?

    <p>September 2000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What waste management method is effective for waste with high energy content?

    <p>Incineration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Stockholm Convention?

    <p>To protect human health and the environment from Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a resin code for a plastic commonly found in electronics packaging?

    <p>Polystyrene (Resin Code 6)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of rising greenhouse gas emissions?

    <p>Accelerated climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the Stockholm Convention adopted?

    <p>2001</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding RA 6969's objective?

    <p>It prevents the Philippines from becoming a dumping ground for foreign toxic waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)?

    <p>They are biodegradable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Annex A of the Stockholm Convention primarily address?

    <p>The prohibition and elimination of intentionally produced POPs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Multilateral Fund established under the Montreal Protocol?

    <p>To provide financial and technical assistance to developing countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substances are targeted for phase-out under the Montreal Protocol?

    <p>Ozone-depleting substances (ODS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant amendment was made to the Montreal Protocol in 2016?

    <p>The Kigali Amendment to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Montreal Protocol contribute to climate protection?

    <p>By reducing greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to 135 gigatons of CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which European country was involved in the Koko Toxic Waste Incident for illegally exporting toxic waste to Nigeria?

    <p>Italy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary toxic substance implicated in the Koko Toxic Waste Incident in Nigeria?

    <p>Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Koko Toxic Waste Incident influence Nigeria's environmental policy?

    <p>It led to the development of laws against the import of hazardous waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the immediate environmental consequence of the spillage in the Koko Toxic Waste Incident?

    <p>Large-scale contamination of local water sources and soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Itai-Itai disease?

    <p>Cadmium poisoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river is associated with the pollution that led to Itai-Itai disease?

    <p>Jinzu River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of poisoning is responsible for Minamata disease?

    <p>Mercury poisoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a response to the environmental disasters discussed?

    <p>Closure of industries near affected areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What long-term consequence did the Three Mile Island disaster have on nuclear energy policy in the U.S.?

    <p>Nuclear power development stagnated, and many reactors were delayed or shut down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main cause of public concern after the Three Mile Island accident?

    <p>Widespread panic and misinformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of people was initially evacuated from the area around Three Mile Island?

    <p>Pregnant women and young children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main cause of the partial reactor meltdown at Three Mile Island?

    <p>Human error and mechanical failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reactors were at the Three Mile Island Nuclear Generating Station?

    <p>Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following caused the initial malfunction at Three Mile Island?

    <p>Malfunction in the secondary cooling system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did the Three Mile Island incident have on public perception of nuclear energy?

    <p>Heightened fear and skepticism towards nuclear plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which regulatory response was initiated after the Three Mile Island incident?

    <p>Increased safety regulations and oversight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    International Treaties & Conventions

    • Legally binding agreements between two or more countries, establishing mutual obligations under international law
    • Treaties provide a platform for countries to pool resources, establish uniform benchmarks and regulations, and foster accountability.

    Importance of International Conventions

    • Ensuring compliance is crucial for effective agreements, without robust international mechanisms
    • International conventions create uniform benchmarks and regulations to guide national policies and industry practices.
    • Treaties foster accountability by requiring nations to report progress and adhere to commitments.

    UNFCCC

    • United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
    • Went into effect on May 8, 1992

    Milestones and Achievements of UNFCCC

    • Kyoto Protocol
    • Paris Agreement
    • Global Climate Action Agenda
    • Green Climate Fund

    Convention of Biological Diversity

    • Aims to conserve biological diversity, its components, and use its resources fairly and equitably.

    Convention of Forest Management

    • Aims for sustainable management and development of forests.

    Kyoto Protocol

    • International agreement to limit greenhouse gases.

    Other Key Information

    • The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) is also known as the Earth Summit
    • Countries that did not ratify the Kyoto Protocol but are major contributors to greenhouse gases are mentioned. This includes but is not limited to China.
    • The primary goal of the Stockholm Convention is to protect human health and the environment by managing Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs).
    • The Montreal Protocol established a Multilateral Fund for providing financial and technical assistance to developing countries.
    • The Basel Convention aims to control and manage hazardous waste to ensure safe transportation and disposal.
    • The global initiative focused on reducing plastic waste is the Plastic Pollution Coalition.

    Environmental Management

    • Pollution prevention focuses on eliminating the creation of pollutants, minimizing waste, and maximizing process efficiency.
    • Green productivity combines economic policies with environmental management to minimize environmental impact.
    • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a tool for assessing a product's environmental impacts throughout its life cycle.
    • Cradle-to-Cradle is a life-cycle model that promotes the recycling of waste into reusable materials.

    Toxic Substances, Hazardous and Nuclear Waste Quiz

    • Incineration is effective for wastes with high energy content, low moisture, and low ash.
    • DAO 2013-22 aims to manage hazardous waste responsibly.
    • RA 6969 prohibits the Philippines from being a toxic waste dumping ground.
    • There are different types of waste and guidelines to manage them.
    • Waste management programs vary depending on the types of waste.
    • The Montreal Protocol contributes to climate protection by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
    • The Stockholm Convention addresses safe management of stockpiles containing POPs.
    • The primary goal of the Stockholm Convention and Montreal Protocol is international cooperation for environmental issues.
    • Reporting and record-keeping requirements are applicable for chemicals in the PCL.

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