Workshop on “Reduction of demand of mercury, in mercury containing products in Bangladesh"

This brief summarises a workshop report on reducing mercury demand in Bangladesh, set within international and national efforts to address mercury pollution. It outlines a preliminary field survey assessing mercury imports, uses, and releases across key sectors such as industry, healthcare, and energy. The document presents estimates of emissions and waste generation, identifies major sources, and highlights baseline inventories for decision making, alongside a sourcebook supporting environmentally sound mercury waste management.