As industries race to reduce carbon emissions, the chemical sector explores alternative feedstocks, energy sources, and processes to de-fossilize supply chains. With net-zero deadlines looming, concerns arise about advancing biobased alternatives too quickly without considering trade-offs. Biomanufactured solutions must reduce toxicity and minimize impacts on consumers, communities, workers, and the environment. Panelists will discuss prioritizing both safety and sustainability in innovation and policy for sustainable chemistry.
Hosted By Peter Nieuwenhuizen, Chair, Change Chemistry BOD, Change Chemistry
Featuring:
Ivana Krkljuš, Corporate Strategy for Green Transformation, BASF
Laura Kherbeck, Global Product Stewardship Director – Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure, Dow
Shaun Russell, Strategy Manager for Sustainability and Social Business Innovation, Merck KGaA
This panel discussion was filmed live at World Bio Markets on 10-11 June 2025.
