Topics and moderators

HCF 2010 will focus on four main themes with important consequences for the chemical industry and the use of chemicals globally.

	>> Programme Wednesday 19th May 2010
	The theme sessions will have the following moderators:
	CHEMICALS REGULATION – GLOBAL CHALLENGES Can REACH Become the New Global Model? A round trip to different regulatory initiatives around the world. What is happening in chemicals regulation outside the EU and what kinds of global challenges and opportunities do these developments bring? Moderator: Mr Charles Auer, Charles Auer & Associates, USA
	CHEMICAL POLICIES – EMERGING ECONOMIES Can Developing Economies afford not to have Good Regulation? Chemical policies shape the competitive landscape for the chemical industry. Which geographic areas are winning, and what kind of role do chemical policies play in the change? Moderator: Ms Khalida Bouzar, Deputy Director, UNEP
	>> Programme Thursday 20th May 2010
	COMPETITIVENESS – FINANCIAL CONSTRAINTS Price Competition the Only Way? Change continues in the chemical industry and competitiveness is the driving force behind it. How are the roles divided between industry and society? Moderator: Mr Harri Kerminen, CEO, Kemira Oy Ltd
	GREEN CHMISTRY - SOLUTION PROVIDER Or Idealist’s Dream? Green chemistry can open doors to a sustainable future for the chemical industry, but when will it happen? Regulation does not need to be a threat, it can promote Green chemistry and create huge business opportunities. Moderator: Dr Klaus Berend, Head of the Chemicals Unit, European Commission
	>> Programme Friday 21th May 2010
	>> Keynote speakers