Global Chemical Leasing Award 2012

ChL-Award winners in 2010 Invitation Global Chemical Leasing Award Ceremony 2012 19th of June, 17:30-21:00, Frankfurt am Main, Congress Center, floor C2, Saal Harmonie 3 The Global Chemical Leasing Award is jointly sponsored by United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the Austrian Federal Ministry for Agriculture, Forestry, Environment and Water Management (BMLFUW) and the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU). The ceremony will be inaugurated by: Mr. Philippe Scholtes, Director of Agribusiness Development Branch, UNIDO Mr. Hubert Steinkemper, Director-General for Environmental Health, Emission Control, Safety of Installations and Transport and Chemical Safety, BMU Mr. Thomas Jakl, Director of the Chemicals Policy Unit, BMLFUW Applications for the Award have been obtained from12 countries of 4 continents. The winners and their cases of excellence in Chemical Leasing application at company level, consulting, research and promotion will be awarded. The Award ceremony will start at 18:00 (with guests arrival starting at 17:30), followed by the evening reception (drinks and finger food will be served). Guests of ACHEMA and journalists are welcome! Participation is free of charge. Pre-registration is kindly requested: globalaward2012@gmail.com Further information can be found at the section Global Chemical Leasing Award. Definition of Chemical Leasing Chemical Leasing is a proven innovative instrument to promote resource efficiency and sustainable management of chemicals. It closes the material cycles between suppliers and users of chemicals and contributes to waste avoidance and minimisation. UNIDO official definition of Chemical Leasing Chemical Leasing is a service-oriented business model that shifts the focus from increasing the sales volume of chemicals towards a value-added approach. The producer mainly sells the functions performed by the chemical, and functional units are the main basis for payment 1. Within Chemical Leasing business models, the responsibility of the producer and service provider is extended and may include the management of the entire life cycle. Chemical Leasing strives for a win-win situation. It aims to increase the efficient use of chemicals while reducing the risks of chemicals and protecting human health. It improves the economic and environmental performance of participating companies and enhances their access to new markets. Key elements of successful Chemical Leasing business models are proper benefit sharing, high quality standards and mutual trust between participating companies. 1 Functions performed by a chemical might include: number of pieces cleaned; amount of area coated, etc. Last Update: May 2012