Publications

Identification of chemical substance, determination of its properties and hazards is critically important during chemical emergency response. The results of the substance identification determine the series of measures to respond to an emergency and eliminate its potential consequences.

The Environment and Security Initiative 2003-2013

This publication developed as part of the OSCE project "Aarhus Centre in Ashgabat" contains a collection of Turkmenistan's legislative acts and is designed for environmental organizations, public associations and citizens interested in the legislation addressing environmental protection and nature use, as well as state bodies responsible for ensuring public access to the participation in nature protection activities. It is not available in English.

This publication, intended for gender equality and party development experts from political parties across the OSCE region and beyond, complements ODIHR's online gender audit tool and provides practical guidance on how to conduct gender audits and implement gender action plans.

A booklet published by the OSCE and The Environment and Security Initiative (ENVSEC).

Nitric acid is one of the most important products of the chemical industry. It is produced in very large quantities and is widely used both in non-ferrous metallurgy and for the production of nitrogen fertilizers, plastics, organic dyes and medicinal substances. In the case of uncontrolled release, the substance poses a major threat to human health and life.

Modern industry and utilities use chlorine extensively, notably as disinfectant, but also in production of paints and pharmaceuticals. In case of a spillage, it poses a significant threat to human health and life.

Mercury is widely used in medicine, electrical appliances and metallurgy. However, mercury vapor is extremely harmful to all life forms.

Compilation of consolidated summaries from the 23rd Economic and Environmental Forum

The report gives an overview of institutional matters and the activities undertaken throughout the year, with a glimpse on financial and administrative matters.