There is paramount need for optimizing design and manufacturing that will result in healthier materials and products. Chemical transparency throughout supply chains is a critical link to realizing this change. Our guest speakers are recognized industry leaders who share real world examples to illustrate the value of change. Learning objectives: Understand the drivers for greater transparency in chemicals management. Demonstrate the… …
Are you seeking to be a leader in proactive chemicals management? Learn how to: Reduce business risks related to chemicals, Measure progress in using safer chemicals, and Strengthen engagement with your supply chain. The Chemical Footprint Project provides a standard metric for evaluating an organization’s chemicals management policies, strategies and practices, filling a gap in critical data needed for sustainability reporting. In this one-day interactive workshop, learn how… …
Listen to Ken Geiser as he introduces his book “Chemicals Without Harm” where he proposes a different strategy to the conventional approach to hazardous chemicals. His method is based on developing and adopting safer alternatives to hazardous chemicals rather than focusing exclusively on controlling them. Learn how, according to Geiser, a shift in strategy is already beginning through an emerging movement of scientists, corporate managers, environmental activists, and… …
We celebrated BizNGO's 10th anniversary in typical collaborative spirit by co-organizing our annual conference with the Chemical Footprint Project. Combining the best features of the two initiatives, the conference featured in-depth, high quality presentations that openly addressed the challenges of and opportunities for transitioning from chemicals of high concern to safer alternatives. Presenters and participants included a diverse range of business and environmental… …
The toolbox offers access to tools, data, chemical lists, and guidance documents for users with varying levels of expertise, to assist in the substitution of chemicals of concern. The webinar included: An overview and demonstration of the recently launched online OECD Substitution and Alternatives Assessment Toolbox Information on how the tool was developed by the OECD Ad Hoc Group on Substitution of Harmful Chemicals. Webinar Panelists: Kathy Hart Design for the Environment (DfE) Program U.S.… …
Consumers, retailers and brands all want to know more, driving companies to disclose information about the hazardous chemicals in their products and to make safer choices. Now a new report, The Business Case for Knowing Chemicals in Products and Supply Chains, highlights the benefits to companies when they invest in an "Active Strategy" for chemicals management, one in which they proactively manage the chemicals in their products and supply chains to stay ahead of regulatory and market… …