Philippine Lead Paint Regulation Shortlisted for 2021 Future Policy Award
QUEZON CITY, Philippines – Government, industry and civil society groups in the Philippines applauded the shortlisting of the country’s landmark lead paint regulation for the Future Policy Award 2021 (FPA 2021) by the World Future Council (WFC), Hamburg, Germany. The 12 shortlisted policies from a total of 55 nominated policies from 36 countries were announced the end of May. The Lead in Paint Control Regulation No. 429 (2018) in Ethiopia was also shortlisted for the award.
FPA is the first and only award that celebrates policies for the benefit of present and future generations on an international level. This year’s FPA puts a spotlight on the most effective policy solutions that minimize the adverse effects of exposure to chemicals on human health and the environment.