EFSA agrees with RIVM that potential effect of BPA on the immune system requires further attention

RIVM expressed concerns on the effects of bisphenol a (BPA) on the immune system in a report issued in March 2016.

10/13/2016 - 00:00

RIVM research basis for historic climate agreement on HFCs

Scientific research by RIVM’s Guus Velders stood partly at the basis of the HFC global climate agreement.

10/13/2016 - 00:00

RIVM launches new web-based version of ConsExpo

An improved version of the computer program ConsExpo is now available via the RIVM website.

10/10/2016 - 00:00

RIVM involvement in UN/EU missions

RIVM-experts from the Environmental Assessment Unit (EAU) have undertaken two missions involving an emergency situation in the Solomon Islands and an environmental assessment in Georgia.

05/26/2014 - 00:00

HFC greenhouse gases accumulate in refrigerators and air conditioners

Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are potent greenhouse gases used in refrigerators and air conditioners and are released primarily at the end of the life-span of these products.

05/12/2014 - 00:00