Global Talks On Toxic Chemicals Begin

Delegates from 120 countries begin talks in South Africa that may lead to ban on the production of the world most dangerous chemicals.

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December 5, 2000, 12:00 PM PST

By California 2000

"[C]onservationists say [Persistent Organic Pollutants] POPs have had a devastating impact on human and wildlife populations worldwide, even in pristine Arctic and Antarctic habitats that are thousands of kilometers from the original source...They are used in a wide range of industrial and farming activities, from paint additives to pesticides that kill crop-eating insects."

Thanks to Linda LaSut

FULL STORY: Talks on banning toxic chemical output begin in South Africa

Monday, December 4, 2000 in CNN

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