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Methyl Bromide TOC Members

Methyl Bromide TOC Members

Co-Chair

Name
Affiliation
Country
Independent Consultant
Colombia
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Marta Pizano, residing in Colombia, a Co-chair of the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel (TEAP), Co-chair of MBTOC, and Member of TEAP Decision XXXIV/2 Replenishment Task Force till 31st December 2023 declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am an independent consultant often working for the Montreal Protocol Implementing Agencies involved with methyl bromide users and other key stakeholders in many countries, to identify and implement alternatives to methyl bromide, including research on QPS uses and their alternatives. I also consult for the agencies on other topics related to ODS and the Montreal Protocol, for example the sustainability of the phase-out achieved for different ODS, clarification on exempted uses, communication materials to raise awareness on various issues relating to the Protocol, SDGs and gender mainstreaming as they relate to the Montreal Protocol and others. I have worked for the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and its OzonAction Programme and the World Bank (WB). I have also assisted the Montreal Protocol Multilateral Fund (MLF) with monitoring and evaluation work. These assignements are conducted on a short-term basis, as an external consultant.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: as stated above I provide consultancy to implementing agencies and the MLF as an independent expert, on a variety of issues related to the Montreal Protocol.
    • Government advice and other policy development: (if answer is yes describe briefly) NO
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: (if answer is yes describe briefly)
    • Other interests: (if answer is yes describe briefly)
  5. As an A5 member my travel and accommodation to attend Montreal Protocol, TEAP and MBTOC meetings are funded by UNEP’s Ozone Secretariat. In addition, as co-chair of the TEAP and MBTOC, I receive some funding support from the Ozone Secretariat for administrative tasks related to the work of the TEAP and MBTOC. As a consultant who is self-employed, I conduct other work related to the Panel and MBTOC on a voluntary (unpaid) basis.
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Marta Pizano

Date: 2023-01-17

La Trobe University
Australia
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Professor Ian Porter, residing in Australia, a Technical Options Committee co-chair of the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel (TEAP), and Co-chair of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am currently a Research Professor at Latrobe University in Victoria, Australia. I have led and still manage research teams involved in evaluation of alternatives to Methyl Bromide (MB) for Non QPS and QPS alternatives. Additionally the team conducts research related to reduction in emissions of nitrous oxide in horticultural industries and the use of sustainable practices to help minimize its emissions. I also lead a major research program assessing the impact of smoke from bushfires and controlled burns on smoke taint in wine, the major production loss for the wine industry in Australia.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: In the past, I was former Statewide Leader of Plant Pathology for the Department of Agriculture in Victoria involved in biosecurity issues. I set up and coordinated the National Research Program on Horticultural Uses of MB for the Australian government, conducted the first survey of Quarantine Uses of MB nationally and have also acted as an expert witness for QPS MB uses and control of emissions. I've also assisted multilateral agencies and international governments with strategic plans for phase out of MB in China, Mexico and CEIT Countries.
    • Government advice and other policy development: I advise State Governments and the Federal government on strategic research needs in agricultural industries.
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: Funding for research is received from grants only. These must be competitively obtained from agricultural industries or the State and Federal Governments. No funding is provided from these to support TEAP roles.activities
    • Other interests: None in ODS substances
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is is from partial support from a fund at the Ozone Secretariat.
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Professor Ian Porter
Date: 2023-01-30

Member

Name
Affiliation
Country
Humboldt-University of Berlin
Germany
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Reichmuth, Prof., Dr., residing in Germany, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am former Director of a Research Institute of the Federal Ministry for Agriculture and Nutrition and Senior Professor of Humboldt-University of Berlin/Germany with special expertise in Plant Protection and Stored Product Protection, Fumigation and Intergrated Pest Control.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: Resigned Director of the German Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Nutrition
    • Government advice and other policy development: Supported by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: none
    • Other interests: Chemistry and Biology
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Reichmuth
Date: 2023-02-07

Independent Consultant
Australia
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Jonathan Banks, residing in Australia, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am an independant consultant, specialising in stored product protection against insect infestation with particular expertise in use of nonchemical methods and fumigation technology.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: Paid consultancies, as arising, with most recent contracts relating to investigation of causes of insect infestation of dry foodstuffs in warehouses, and their control. Partly retired.
    • Government advice and other policy development: Contracts from time to time relating to insect pest control in dry foodstuffs and other durables (eg timber) for quarantine or product quality.
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: None, at present
    • Other interests:
  5. Personal, with some funding from UNEP and governmernt sources from time to time.
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Jonathan Banks
Date: 2023-03-06

Oxylow BV
Netherlands (Kingdom of the)
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Fred Bergwerff , residing in Netherlands, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am (describe your activity)
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • following Proprietary interests:
    • Financial interests:
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions:
    • Government advice and other policy development:
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants:
    • Other interests:
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is payed by myself
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

 

Signed: Fred Bergwerff
Date: 2023-03-07

 

Hassan II Institute of Agronomy and Veterinary Medicine, Rabat
Morocco
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Mohammed Besri, residing in Morocco, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. Emeritus Professor, Department of Plant Pathology, Institut Agronomique et Vétérinaire Hassan II . My responsibilities include teaching and research in Plant Pathology and Integrated Diseases management of air borne, soil borne and post harvest pathogens
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: Consultancies with UNEP and UNIDO and other international organisations
    • Government advice and other policy development: None
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: None
    • Other interests: None
  5. As an A5 member, my travel and accommodation to attend the MBTOC meetings are funded by UNEP’s Ozone Secretariat. I conduct all work relating to MBTOC on a voluntary (unpaid) basis
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Mohammed Besri
Date: 2023-01-30

Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences
China
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Aocheng Cao, residing in China, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am (describe your activity) Professor work at the Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CCAS). My responsibilities include the development of chemical and non- chemical technologies to control soil-borne diseases, nematodes and weeds, and the implement of Stockholm Convention on persistent organic pollutants.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: by Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, a non-profit institution.
    • Government advice and other policy development: Provide technical support to Chinese Government.
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: Paid by the Institute of Plant Protection, CAAS.
    • Other interests: No.
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is UNEP
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed:Aocheng Cao
Date: 2023-02-13

Ministry for Primary Industries
New Zealand
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Ken Glassey, residing in New Zealand, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am a Senior Adviser at the Ministry for Primary Industries. My responsibilities include setting standards for treatments and treatment applicators for the New Zealand biosecurity treatments programme.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: Neither me nor my partner or dependents have an interest in the subject matter of TEAP or TOC.
    • Government advice and other policy development: I provide technical advice when required.
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: I have none
    • Other interests: None that are relavant
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of MBTOC meetings is normally MPI or the Stakeholders in Methyl Bromide Reduction group which is a nonprofit organization aimed at reducing emissions of and replacing methyl bromide use.
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Ken Glassey
Date: 2023-02-06

Fumigator, Mega Manila Pest Management Specialists Inc.
Philippines
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Alfredo T. Gonzalez, residing in Philippines, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am fumigation specialist/consultant
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: President, Mega Manila Pest management specialists Inc.
    • Government advice and other policy development: None
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: None
    • Other interests: None
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is from UNEP
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Alfredo T. González 
Date: 2023-03-07

Independent Consultant
Uruguay
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Guillermo Castella Lorenzo, residing in Uruguay, a Member of Foams Technical Options Committee, and Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. Expert in the elimination of Methyl Bromide by introducing sustainable alternatives.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions:
    • Government advice and other policy development:
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants:
    • Other interests: Independent expert, former UNIDO staff member, ready to contribute more than 35 years on the subject
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

 

Signed: Guillermo Castella Lorenzo
Date: 2023-02-11

 

Research Division, Yokohama plant protection station of Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries (MAFF Japan)
Japan
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Takashi Misumi, residing in Japan, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am a chief researcher and the head of Quarantine Disinfestation Technology Section, Research Division, Yokohama plant protection station of Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries (MAFF). My responsibilities include development of plant quarantine treatments as phytosanitary measures and technical advices to both bilateral and multilateral consultation related to plant quarantine issues. Methyl bromide (MB) or MB alternative fumigations or techniques may be included in the phytosanitary measures.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: I am employed by Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries (MAFF) Government of Japan.
    • Government advice and other policy development: As one of technical experts, I give technical advice to Japanese delegation for The Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM) under International Plant Protection Convention. Member counties of IPPC discuss International Standard Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) in CPM, and MB or alternatives to MB may be adopted into ISPM as phytosanitary treatments.
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: N/A
    • Other interests: N/A
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of MBTOC is the International Department of MAFF. The Research Division of Yokohama plant protection station is a research institute for plant quarantine and is not under the jurisdiction of the International Department of MAFF.
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Takashi Misumi
Date: 2023-01-31

Plant Protection Central Research Institute
Türkiye
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Ayse Ozdem, residing in Turkey, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am Ayse Ozdem, residing in Ankara/Turkey, nominated to MBTOC by Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions:
    • Government advice and other policy development:
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants:
    • Other interests:
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of is MBTOC
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Ayşe Özdem
Date: 2023-03-01

IRTA – Department of Plant Protection
Spain
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Jordi Riudavets, residing in Spain, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am researcher of the Sustainable Plant Protection Program at IRTA. My responsibilities include the research, development and transfer of integrated pest management (IPM) programs for stored products, orchards and horticultural crops.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: I am employed by IRTA which is a research institute of the Catalan Government. IRTA do not have interest in the implementation of the Montreal Protocol.
    • Government advice and other policy development: I could be asked to provide only technical advice on pest control, including the use of alternatives to methyl bromide. I am not involved in policy decisions.
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: The funding of my research activities are from public and private sources to develop IPM programs.
    • Other interests: I do not have interests that may run in con0ict with TEAP or MBTOC
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of MBTOC was in the past the Ministerio para la Transición Ecológica of the Spanish Government. Nowadays I do not have external funding for my participation.
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Jordi Riudavets
Date: 2023-01-31

Japan Fumigation Technology Association
Japan
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Akio Tateya, residing in Japan, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am technical advisor of Japan Fumigation Technology Association which does not pay to me. My responsibilities include collection of the information on the use of methyl bromide and cosideration on alternatives to methyl bromide for the use of soil disinfestation and of plant quarantine treatment.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions:
    • Government advice and other policy development:
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants:
    • Other interests:
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is from my personal contribution.
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Akio Tateya
Date: 2023-03-01

Instituto Nacionald e Tecnología Agropecuaria
Argentina
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Alejandro Valeiro, residing in Argentina, a Senior Expert of the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel (TEAP), and Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am researcher for the Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria from Argentina
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following:
    • Proprietary interests:
    • Financial interests:
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions:
    • Government advice and other policy development:
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants:
    • Other interests: None
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is UNEP
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Alejandro H. Valeiro
Date: 2023-03-09

University of Stellenbosch
South Africa
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Nicholas Vink, residing in South Africa, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am a retired Professor in Agricultural Economics at Stellenbosch University (Emeritus Professor). My remaining responsibilities include research, minimal teaching and community outreach. I serve as an economist on MBTOC
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: None related
    • Government advice and other policy development: None related
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: None related
    • Other interests: None related
  5. UNEP
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Nicholas Vink
Date: 2023-01-31

United States Department of Agriculture
United States of America
Disclosure of Interest Declaration

I, Timothy Widmer, residing in United States of America, a Member of MBTOC declare as follows:

  1. I have read the Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Guidelines for the Technology and Economic Assessment Panel, Its Technical Options Committees and Temporary Subsidiary Bodies (“the COI Guidelines”) as adopted by the Meeting of the Parties in Decision XXIV/8.
  2. I am a National Program Leader for the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), an agency in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). My responsibilities include providing leadership and direction for national and regional research programs, in ARS, that are related to plant health. The emphasis of the research program is the development of effective disease management strategies that are environmentally friendly, safe for consumers, and compatible with sustainable and profitable crop production.
  3. This declaration constitutes my written agreement, pursuant to paragraph 8 of the COI Guidelines, to comply with the Guidelines. I understand that this written agreement is a condition of my service.
  4. My interests, and those of my personal partner and dependents include the following
    • Proprietary interests: I do not have proprietary interest in substance, technology or process to be considered by TEAP or any TOC or any temporary subsidiary body.
    • Financial interests: I do not have ownership, shares or bonds in an entity with an interest in the subject matter of the meeting or work.
    • Employment, consultancy, directorship or other positions: I am employed by ARS, which is an agency of the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). USDA has an interest in the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, but in my capacity, I only provide expert, technical advice on any matter. I am not involved in policy decisions.
    • Government advice and other policy development: As a National Program Leader for the United States government, I could be asked to provide only technical advice on pest control, including the use of methyl bromide or alternatives, as used for pest, weed, or plant disease control. I am not involved in policy decisions.
    • Paid research activities, fellowships or grants: As a National Program Leader for ARS, I have leadership responsibilities for coordinating ARS research programs on plant health. The program sometimes includes research to develop strategies for methyl bromide alternatives, or for the development of alternatives to other ozone-depleting substances.
    • Other interests: I have no interests that may run in con0ict with TEAP or MBTOC.
  5. The source of funding for my participation in the work of TEAP is the Agricultural Research Service, United States Department of Agriculture.
  6. Pursuant to paragraph 11 of the COI Guidelines, I declare that I have not declined to disclose information falling within paragraph 10 of those Guidelines.
  7. I undertake to disclose any material change to any of the above information, pursuant to paragraph 9 of the COI Guidelines, within 30 days of any such change.
  8. I undertake to make further declarations of interest annually for so long as I remain a member of the TEAP body.
  9. I understand that this DOI will expire on 31 December 2023 after I have signed it.

Signed: Timothy Widmer
Date: 2023-02-03