I&EC 134 |
| More companies and organizations are specifying products designed using Green Chemistry. Major barriers still exist. U.S. government continues to work towards a viable approach. However, some companies are not waiting. These companies are overcoming barriers by pioneering innovative feedstock, process, creative and informed substitutions, product redesign around sustainability protocols and implementing programs to educate consumers about the value of buying preferring products designed using green chemistry. The incentive for these companies is the opportunity to develop capabilities that position them to add a sustainable competitive advantage and economic sustainability. Leaders in their perspective fields recognize that they must work in partnership to create sustainable supply chains and differentiate their products as being truly sustainable. The goal of these leaders is to move their organizations beyond compliance with regulatory requirements to innovative product design and stewardship. The impact of implementing green chemistry, DfE and creative substitution in these companies can be impressive. |
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Incentives and Barriers to the Adoption of Sustainable Chemistry
2:00 PM-5:50 PM, Wednesday, April 9, 2008 Morial Convention Center -- Rm. 231, Oral
Division of Industrial & Engineering Chemistry |