December 2, 2014

2nd Annual Chemical Watch U.S. Regulatory Summit, December 2 – 3, 2014, Arlington, Virginia

A program for U.S. businesses. This two-day event brings together 23 experts in global chemicals regulation. Through presentations, round table discussions and Q&As, delegates will hear about the latest regulatory challenges facing the safe management of chemicals and learn how best to respond. Kathleen M. Roberts, Vice-President of B&C Consortia Management, will present a session on “The Biobased Economy and Green Chemistry – U.S. Regulatory Background.” Click here...
November 20, 2014

WEBINAR– The Globally Harmonized System Of Classification & Labeling of Chemicals (GHS): Requirements, Challenges, and Opportunities, November 20, 2014

This webinar has occurred.  For copies of presentation materials contact chad.howlin@lawbc.com.   Major changes for chemical manufacturers and importers are in store on June 1, 2015, when the key provisions of US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (“HazCom” 2012) take effect. HazCom 2012, which mandates alignment with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), adds the US to a...
November 10, 2014

The Advanced Biofuels Leadership Conference – – ABLC NEXT 2014, November 10 – 12, 2014, San Francisco, California

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. and affiliate The Biobased and Renewable Products Advocacy Group (BRAG) were proud sponsors. The Advanced Biofuels Leadership Conference Series has become one of the largest gatherings of Advanced Biofuels and Renewable Chemicals and Biomaterials Operating Company CEOs and senior executives, strategic partners, financiers, equity analysts, policymakers and industry suppliers in the Advanced Biofuels & Renewable Chemicals and Biomaterials industries in...
November 2, 2014

3rd Sustainable Nanotechnology Organization (SNO) Conference, November 2 – 4, 2014, Boston, Massachusetts

The objective of this conference was to bring together scientific experts from academia, industry, and government agencies from around the world to present and discuss current research findings on the subject of nanotechnology and sustainability. The conference program addressed the critical aspects of sustainable nanotechnology such as life cycle assessment, green synthesis, green energy, industrial partnerships, environmental and biological fate, and the overall sustainability of engineered...
October 27, 2014

ChemCon The Americas 2014, October 27 — 31, 2014, Chicago, Illinois

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) and The Acta Group (Acta®) were proud to once again be sponsors of and program advisors to ChemCon, the premier global chemical control conference offering the most authoritative speakers, most in-depth sessions, and broadest global perspective on existing and emerging chemical regulatory schemes. The full ChemCon agenda is available online. A video overview of the ChemCon experience — the sessions, exhibition, and networking and...
October 22, 2014

5th Safer Consumer Products Summit, October 22-24, 2014, San Francisco, California

Get the latest on California’s Safer Consumer Products Regulations, including updates on the Proposed Initial Priority Products Listing, the Three-Year Work Plan and Alternatives Analysis. Thirty states have passed/considered chemical legislation in 2014 – hear from state and federal decision makers on these developing regulations. For more information click here....
October 16, 2014

WEBINAR – Regulation of Nanotechnology: Practical Information for Industry, Researchers and Other Stakeholders, October 16, 2014, 1:00PM – 2:30PM EDT

This webinar was presented by the Air and Waste Management Association (AWMA). The commercialization of nanomaterials is rapidly growing. Existing laws are being used to manage potential risks and to promote nanomaterials’ benefits. Entities engaged with nanomaterials must be diligent and ensure commercial applications of nanomaterials pose no adverse effects. A proactive, informed approach can prevent adverse results and unintended consequences. Jim Alwood and Kenneth Moss, EPA,...
October 1, 2014

WEBINAR: Spray Drift, Volatilization, and Pesticide Registration Review: How to Navigate the Issues

This webinar has occurred.  For copies of presentation materials contact chad.howlin@lawbc.com.   Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. presented a complimentary webinar that reviewed EPA’s current guidance and recent decisions on spray drift and volatilization issues and discussed what registrants may have to do to navigate the registration review process. Speakers included well recognized experts on these complex issues: Jeff Dawson, Senior Scientist, Chemist at...
September 25, 2014

US/Global Biocides (Antimicrobials) Regulation Conference, September 25-26, 2014, Washington, D.C.

A two-day Conference that brought together experts from the USA and Europe to discuss latest developments in the regulation of Biocides. The first day covered new developments in the US, including: “New Data Requirements for Antimicrobials (implementation of 158W),” “Efficacy Testing for Public Health Products,” “Testing – the Rise of Alternative Approaches,” and “Food Contact and Antimicrobials.” Day two of the conference looked at global developments in the regulation of...
September 16, 2014

Prop65 Clearinghouse Green Chemistry Conference, September 16, 2014, San Francisco, California

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) was a sponsor of the Prop65 Clearinghouse Green Chemistry Conference September 16, 2014 at the Merchants Exchange Building in San Francisco, California. B&C’s James V. Aidala took part in the panel discussion “TSCA Update: Regulatory Life Beyond This Year’s Stalled Legislation”, and B&C’s Lisa R. Burchi participated in the “Supply Chain: New Pushes by Retailers” session. Other sessions included “California...