Innovations that make products safer for people and the environment increase the competitiveness of Oregon companies. Green chemistry is an emerging field that helps make products “benign by design”, preventing pollution by reducing it at the source.
 
Pioneering companies in the state are already demonstrating how green chemistry can increase profitability and reduce costs while maintaining performance. Join us to learn more about opportunities to use green chemistry in Oregon.
 
Presentations include:

- Innovation, Competitiveness and Green Chemistry
Paul Anastas, US Environmental Protection Agency

- Designing Greener Materials and Products: Lessons Learned by Nike
John Frazier, Nike, Inc.

- Next Steps for Advancing Green Chemistry in Oregon
Jim Hutchison, University of Oregon
 
Cost: $35.00 (includes refreshments)
 
For additional information and to purchase tickets go to:
http://bit.ly/green-chemistry