Africa Environmental Health And Pollution Management Program
The project aims to reduce exposure to mercury and uPOPs pollution at pilot sites and strengthen the institutional capacity to
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Africa Environmental Health and Pollution Management Program (AEHPMP)
AEHPMP is a Grant Agreement between Ghana and the World Bank.
What are the aims of AEHPMP?
To reduce exposure of mercury and uPOPs pollution at pilot sites and strengthen the institutional capacity to manage and regulate mercury use in artisanal small-scale gold mining (ASGM) and e-waste in selected countries in Africa
What are the AEHPMP Participating Countries?
– Ghana
– Tanzania
– Kenya
– Senegal
– Zambia
What are the Implementing Institutions of AEHPMP?
– Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation
– Environmental Protection Agency
What is the Project objective?
The project aims to reduce exposure to mercury and uPOPs pollution at pilot sites and strengthen the institutional capacity to manage and regulate mercury use in artisanal small-scale gold mining (ASGM) and e-waste in selected countries in Africa (Ghana, Tanzania, Kenya, Senegal and Zambia).
What is the project duration?
5 Years (2020 -2025)
Who is funding and how much is the AEHPMP ?
World Bank financing at $8,715,596 (USD)
What are the components of the project?
Component 1: Institutional strengthening, knowledge and capacity building
Component 2: Policy Dialogue and Regulatory Enhancements
Component 3: Demonstrating the Application of Technological Tools and Economic Approaches
Component 4: Project Coordination and Management