Importance of Integration and Implementation of Emerging and Future Mercury Research into the Minamata Convention.

[debut du texte} Since the Industrial Revolution, and before, human actions have enhanced the production and emissions of mercury (Hg), as well as climate changing gases (ozone, nitrous oxide, methane, and carbon dioxide). Burning of fossil fuels, mining, and other human activities, have increased the cycling of Hg at the Earth’s surface (by at least 200%), increasing human and wildlife exposure.