CIA’s Annual Sustainability Conference is back this September in Leeds

Since 2004, the prominence given to sustainability across politics and society has changed considerably and CIA’s membership has responded accordingly. Each and every stakeholder has a role in transitioning to and building a more sustainable society. Collaboration and, in particular, peer support and learning are central to that.

This conference offers a unique platform to gain insights into the latest sustainability trends and technologies shaping the chemical industry. Experts will explore groundbreaking innovations, best practices and strategic collaborations that are driving sustainability within the sector. Hear from a variety of speakers on how to shape a greener, more sustainable future for industry.

Conference Highlights

Sustainability Case Studies: Hear from industry visionaries and sustainability experts who are pioneering advancements in green chemistry, the circular economy and sustainable supply chains.
Sustainability Reporting: The ‘alphabet soup’ of reporting can be daunting, therefore we will be breaking down the complexities of nature and corporate disclosures.
Panel Discussions: Engage in a discussion about careers in STEM, exploring the perspectives of those with varying degrees of experience.
Exhibitors: Join companies and service providers to discover solutions to the challenges facing industry.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, potential partners, and key stakeholders to exchange ideas and forge partnerships that can accelerate the journey towards a sustainable future.

09:00	Registration, coffee and exhibitors
09:45	Welcome and Introduction Helen Coy, Innospec (Conference Chair)
09:55	Responsible sourcing: collaboration and engagement along the value chain Christopher Porter & Edward Munyard, SLR
10:15	Nature Reporting: TNFD from the perspective of an early adopter Speaker unconfirmed
10:35	Corporate Reporting: CSRD and double materiality Eric de Deckere and Melina Papapanou, Cefic
11:00	COFFEE BREAK
11:30	Panel discussion: Careers in STEM Featuring CIA Chem Talent and more
12:30	LUNCH BREAK
13:30	Safe and Sustainable by Design Jonathon Jagger, Mitsubishi Chemicals
14:00	Decarbonising the chemical sector with industrial biotechnology IBioIC
14:25	The energy outlook from a chemicals perspective Onsite Energy
14:50	COFFEE BREAK
15:20	Flue2Chem: Project update Speaker unconfirmed
15:50	Concluding remarks Helen Coy, Innospec
16:00	CLOSE