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The BBNJ Agreement gives States the means to establish "area-based management tools" in the high seas and deep seabed. These are measures to mange human activities in areas specifically delimited for conservation purposes.

Synergies amongst the BRS Conventions, are simultaneous extraordinary meetings of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockhold (BRS) COPs (ExCOPs) have been held twice.

The CDB has three objectives, 1. The conservation of biological diversity, 2. The sustainable use of the components of biological diversity, 3. The fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the utilisation of genetic resources

The aim of CITES is to ensure that international trade of wild animal and plant species does not threaten their survival.

The Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) was adopted in 1979 and entered into force on 1 November 1989 and currently has 133 Parties. A Framework for conserving migratory species and their habitats through two Appendices (and joint research monitoring activities)

To understand international environmental law, it is of value to have a basic understanding of general international law. International law has been developing over a long period of time, with international environmental law as a sub-sector. International law is generally incorporated in Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).

1979 "World Climate Conference"organised by WMO expressed concern that continued expansion of man's activities on earth may cause significant extended regional and even global changes of climate.

The Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants is a global treaty to protect human health and the environment from chemicals that remain intact in the environment for long periods, become widely distributed geographically, accumulate in the fatty issue of humans and wildlife, and have harmful impacts on human health or on the environment.

The dramatic growth in chemicals production and trade has raised public and official concern about the potential risks posed by hazardous chemicals and pesticides. Countries lacking adequate infrastructure to monitor the import and use of these chemicals are particularly vulnerable.

The GEF and UNCCD Secretariats collaborated on this new book to convey how sustainable land management (SLM) practices are helping shape a sustainable future for people and the planet. The book is illustrated with high quality photos donated by the GoodPlanet Foundation and from other sources, to demonstrate how human ingenuity is largely driving innovations in soil, land, water, and vegetation management. It describes how harnessing natural, social, and cultural capital is addressing fundamental needs for livelihood and well-being—food, water, energy, and wealth—while delivering global environmental benefits.