The third annual Chemical Watch Expo is a two-day event for regulatory professionals from around the world to take part in practical, topical workshops and to seek their next service to help with chemical regulatory compliance throughout the supply chain.  Lynn L. Bergeson, President, the Acta Group (Acta^®), will present on New Chemicals under TSCA. Acta is a proud sponsor. 

The 23rd Annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference (GC&E), hosted by the American Chemical Society’s (ACS) Green Chemistry Institute^®, provides an opportunity for a diverse network of over 500 academic, industrial, and government stakeholders to network and learn about the newest ideas in sustainable approaches to chemistry, chemicals, processes, and products. Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) and the Biobased and Renewable Products Advocacy Group (BRAG^®) are proud sponsors.

The Acta Group (Acta^®) was pleased to present the complimentary webinar “Preserving Cosmetics on a Global Scale: It is Harder than You Think.” Karin F. Baron, MSPH, Senior Regulatory Consultant, Acta; Scott J. Burya, Ph.D., Regulatory Chemist, Acta; and Jane S. Vergnes, Ph.D., DABT^®, Vice President, Scientific Affairs and Director of Toxicology, Acta, presented.

The IBA Agricultural Law Section, supported by the ABA Section of Environment Energy and Resources, Committee on Pesticides, Chemical Regulation and Right-to-Know, the Environmental Law Institute and the National Agricultural Law Center, presented “Sustainable Investment in Agriculture,” with a focus on emerging legal issues in the area of sustainable and responsible investment in agriculture. Presenters discussed emerging tools and legal models for ensuring sustainable investment in agriculture, with a focus on the UNIDROIT initiative; due diligence for proposed investments; financial instruments; and where we go from here. Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®), and Vice Chair, International Bar Association, Agricultural Law Section, moderated. A recording and additional resources are available online.

The Household & Commercial Products Association's (HCPA) IMPACT2019 mid-year meeting focused on challenges and opportunities facing the household and commercial products industry. Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®), presented "TSCA Risk Evaluation and Regulatory Issues: Do You Feel Me Now?." B&C was a proud sponsor.

Each spring chemical distributors and their supply chain partners from around the country meet with their elected officials in Washington, DC to educate Members of Congress and push for important policy goals. Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®),was a proud sponsor of the 2019 NACD Washington Fly-In.

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) was pleased to present the complimentary webinar “FIFRA Hot Topics in Pesticide, Biocides, and Other Agricultural Chemicals Regulation and Litigation.” Richard P. Keigwin, Jr., Director, Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP), Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); Amy Plato Roberts, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Lallemand Plant Care, North America; Lisa M. Campbell, Partner, B&C; and James V. Aidala, Senior Government Affairs Consultant, B&C, presented. 

The 2019 ACS Annual Spring Convention & Expo was the largest gathering of adhesive and sealant professionals in North America and included technical sessions focusing on market trends, technology applications, and regulatory developments. Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) presented “TSCA Implementation: Where Are We At?” B&C was a proud sponsor. 

ABLC2019 was a connected series of 6 conferences on the most important issues in the Bioeconomy right now. These conferences provided updates from key government agencies as well as industry presentations on finance, R&D, and effective scale-up. Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) presented. B&C and the Biobased and Renewable Products Advocacy Group (BRAG) were proud sponsors.

The Spring 2019 National Meeting & Exposition brought together chemistry professionals to share ideas and advance scientific and technical knowledge.  Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) presented “SCHB: Frontiers in Green Chemistry for Small Businesses.”

The two day Asia Hub Summit USA provided an opportunity to hear from regulators and speakers from industry, who provided their perspectives on both the regulations themselves and best practices for staying compliant. Karin F. Baron, MSPH, Senior Regulatory Consultant with Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) presented “Forecast of China, USA and EU Chemical Regulations in 2019.” B&C was an exhibitor.

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) is pleased to have presented the complimentary webinar “Prop 65: Exposure Assessments and Compliance Implications.” The webinar discussed legal, scientific, and practical considerations for companies to evaluate before deciding to conduct and rely upon exposure assessments determinations that Prop 65 warning requirements do not apply.  The webinar consisted of 45 minutes of presentation, followed by a 15-minute Q&A period. Lisa R. Burchi, Of Counsel, B&C, and Jason E. Johnston, M.S., Senior Scientist, B&C, presented.

Over two days, the annual Food Contact Regulations USA conference offered guidance on the latest developments in food contact materials from experts (including regulators, specialist consultants, and industry) using informative presentations, panel discussions, and interactive Q&As. Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) was an exhibitor.

The Society for Chemical Hazard Communication's (SCHC) Professional Development Training Program presented "Navigating the Premanufacture Notice (PMN) Process Under the Amended Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA)" for regulatory and hazard communication professionals looking to obtain a deeper understanding and practical know-how in TSCA and the PMN preparation process. This workshop included an overview of the new chemical review process, a detailed discussion on current challenges the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and new chemical innovators face under TSCA and their associated commercial and market impacts, tips PMN submitters should consider to ensure an efficient and surprise-free new chemical review, and a lively discussion on ideas to minimize review time. Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®); Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry, B&C; and Kathleen M. Roberts, Vice President of B&C^® Consortia Management, L.L.C. (BCCM), instructed.

The Society of Toxicology’s 58th Annual Meeting & ToxExpo included scientific sessions, continuing education courses, symposium and workshop sessions and more. Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®), and Jane S. Vergnes, Ph.D., DABT^®, Director of Toxicology, B&C, presented “Data for Chemical Evaluations: Secret or Otherwise.”

The 2019 GlobalChem Conference offered a valuable opportunity to not only review recent developments in global chemicals management but to also meet and reconnect with industry peers and key government representatives. Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) and consulting affiliate The Acta Group (Acta^®) were exhibitors.

The Nebraska Ethanol Board’s 2019 Emerging Issues Forum focused on the federal biofuels policy landscape and emerging industry trends.  Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) and the Biobased and Renewable Products Advocacy Group (BRAG^®) were proud sponsors.  Richard E. Engler, Ph.D., Director of Chemistry, B&C, presented “Legal & Regulatory Considerations for Renewable Chemical Production – Brief Overview from the Experts.”

Cleveland State University presented “Exporting Chemicals And Hazardous Materials,” for business development executives, sales managers, shipping managers, export coordinators and sales coordinators to learn more about compliance measures to ensure successful export transactions, upcoming EU REACH registration deadlines, South Korea REACH requirements, regulations in China and Canada, and more. Karin F. Baron, MSPH, Senior Regulatory Consultant, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®), presented.

“The New Toxic Substances Control Act - What All Lawyers and Consultants Need to Know,” part of the ABA's Section of Environment, Energy & Resources Law (SEER) Essentials series, provided the basics of the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and was essential for all practitioners operating in the chemicals and chemical products space. The new TSCA has many implementation steps and phases; knowing what these are is essential to staying both compliant and competitive. Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®), moderated the program.

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C^®) and Bloomberg BNA were pleased to present “Chemical Regulation After the Mid-Terms: What We Can Expect to See in 2019,” the fifth and final webinar in the 2018 Chemical Policy Summit Series. The mid-term elections fundamentally changed the balance of power on Capitol Hill, and the result will have a significant impact on chemical regulation and environmental matters generally.  The Democrats are now firmly in control of the House, and Congressional oversight will be in high gear.  The House is widely expected to launch a dizzying number of investigations, almost certainly some of them related to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) positions on climate change, the role of science, ethical lapses, and deregulation in general.  The use of subpoenas is also expected to be in full display this year.  House and Senate leadership in key Committee assignments will change and so also will the personalities, tone, and content of Congressional oversight of and priority setting related to chemical and other environmental matters. Speakers Alexandra Dapolito Dunn, Assistant Administrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention; Beau Greenwood, Executive Vice President, Government Affairs, CropLife America; Lynn L. Bergeson, Managing Partner, B&C; and James V. Aidala, Senior Government Affairs Consultant, B&C, offered a timely, focused, and riveting discussion.