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Clearing-House Mechanism
A Collaborating Network of Partners Facilitating Scientific and Technical Cooperation
Welcome
The
Clearing-House Mechanism (CHM) of the Convention on Biological Diversity has been established further to
Article 18.3 of the Convention. Its mission is to contribute significantly to the implementation of the Convention through the promotion and facilitation of technical and scientific cooperation, among Parties, other Governments and stakeholders.
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The
Strategic Plan of the Clearing-House Mechanism identifies three major goals:
- The promotion and facilitation of technical and scientific cooperation
- The promotion and facilitation of information exchange among Parties, other Governments and stakeholders
- A fully operational mechanism with participation of all Parties and an expanded network of partners.