Analysis of alternatives and tools to support substitution of biocides
Webinar date
26 April 2023 15:00 - 16:30 EEST GMT +2
Summary
Substitution and analysis of alternatives of the most hazardous biocidal active substances are topics of growing interest. This webinar will feature several tools and initiatives supporting stakeholders in the process of moving to safer alternatives. The event should be of particular interest for applicants of biocidal active substances, downstream users, suppliers of alternatives, authorities and consultants.
You will be able to send questions from 19 April 12:00 until the end of the event. Panellists will be answering live during the webinar on 26 April until 16:30.
Programme
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Timing |
Title |
Speaker |
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15:00 |
Introduction |
Adam Elwan, ECHA |
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15:05 |
Guidance on analysis of alternatives to biocidal active substances and online training |
Denis Mottet, ECHA |
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15:10 |
Subsport: database on alternatives and case studies |
Michaela Clever, German Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - BAuA |
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15:20 |
Non-chemical alternatives: importance and challenges with their assessment |
Stefanie Wieck, German Environment Agency - UBA |
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15:30 |
Field testing of alternatives to biocidal antifouling paints: the practical support of a Member State |
Bob Vermeent, Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management |
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15:40 |
ChemSec’s Marketplace: a platform to find and offer safer alternatives |
Jonatan Kleimark, ChemSec |
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15:50 |
Wrap up |
Adam Elwan, ECHA |
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15:55 |
Live Q&A |
All presenters |
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16:30 |
Closure |
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More on the topic:
Substitution to safer chemicals
New framework guidance and reporting template published in January 2023
Implementation note