FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

GREEN CHEMISTRY 101 with Dr. Philip Jessop
This session requires additional registration.

Green Chemistry 101

Opening Remarks and Plenary Address

Dr. Rui Resendes, Executive Director, GreenCentre Canada
His Worship, Mark Gerretsen, Mayor of Kingston
Dr. Philip Jessop, Technical Director, GreenCentre Canada

Plenary: Dr. Terry Collins, Professor, Carnegie Mellon University
“Green Chemistry: Building a Chemical Economy that Works for Sustainability”

*SUMMIT MIXER (Brandees Restaurant & Lounge, 178 Ontario St.)

Come out to celebrate and network at the Sustainable Chemistry Summit Mixer in historic downtown Kingston. Featuring local band, The Great Unwashed.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Dr. John Warner, Founder and Chief Technology Officer,
Warner Babcock Institute for Green Chemistry
“Green Chemistry for Competitive Advantage in the Global Marketplace”

Session 1A: Trends in Sustainable Chemistry 1

Academic research is where it all begins. Green chemists from across Canada and all over the world are discovering new chemical products and processes with the potential to address global challenges of sustainability.

The three speakers in this session will discuss the discovery of innovative applications of non-fossil fuel based biological materials. All three speakers will not only present their newest research but will also share their personal experiences and the challenges they have encountered in commercializing green technologies.

Moderator:
Dr. Thomas Baumgartner, Associate Professor, University of Calgary

Speakers:
Dr. Emily Cranston, Assistant Professor, McMaster University
Dr. Audrey Moores, Assistant Professor, McGill University
Jonathan Carley, Vice President, Business Development, CO2 Solution

Session 1B: Green Chemistry and NGOs

Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are taking the lead in showing how cross-sector collaborations in building the green chemistry toolbox is a pathway to greater efficiency and success. These innovative collaborations will have significant implications not only in the marketplace, but for the fields of chemistry, chemistry education, and all levels of government policies. In this session, delegates will learn about existing successful collaborations and tools being used to facilitate the growth of Green Chemistry on both sides of the border.

Moderator:
Dr. Lin Kaatz Chary, Executive Director, Great Lakes Green Chemistry Network

Panel:
Beverly Thorpe, International Director, Clean Production Action
Monica Becker, Manager, Green Chemistry and Commerce Council
Fe de Leon, Researcher, Great Lakes Green Chemistry Network

Session 2A: Case Studies in Achieving Sustainability Goals

“Sustainability” is a goal many companies are trumpeting in their communications to shareholders and the public. Nevertheless, implementing corporate change that has a real impact on the environment has to clear many hurdles and the scrutiny of skeptics. This session is intended to highlight stories of corporate initiatives that have an impact within the core functions of chemical manufacturing operations. We will hear the “why” and the “how” of reaching sustainability goals.

Moderator:
Richard Skorpenske, Polyurethane Advocacy and Sustainability, Bayer MaterialScience

Panel:
Dr. Hamdy Khalil, Global Director, Woodbridge Group
Dr. Nathalie Martin-Ionesco, Hydrex Global Director, Veolia Water Solutions & Technologies
Ellen McGregor, CEO, Fielding Chemical Technologies Inc.

Session 2B: How to Get to Market—Intellectual Property

The purpose of this session is to expose non-specialists to core skills and context for evaluation, protection, and mobilization of intellectual property in the green chemistry space. Key areas of interest include: the importance of searching and basic search tools; basics of patents, patent rights and licensing; motivations for the patent before publication; unique aspects of patenting in green chemistry; the patent ecosystem including the roles of the inventor, the technology transfer office, patent agents and the worldwide patent system with emphasis on CIPO, USPTO and PCT filings.

Moderator:
Dr. Stephanie White, Patent Agent, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Panel:
Michael White, Librarian for Research Services, Queen’s University
Mark Sajewycz, Partner, NORTON ROSE OR LLP
Andrew Sojonky, Partner, Patent Agent, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

LUNCH & COLLABORATIVE WORKSHOP
Collaboration is key to the success of commercializing green chemistry technologies. Academics, industry, government, and technology transfer professionals are all involved in the process. The Collaborative Workshop will allow delegates from all sectors to discuss effective innovation models and strategize best practices in commercializing green innovations.

Moderator:
Larry Rosen, Chair, Pressure Chemical

Session 3A: What Drives Green Chemistry?

Green Chemistry is still not a household word. Academics, industry and government talk about it, but what will it take to get the concept to really take hold and become part of the modern vernacular? Is it pressure from shareholders for corporate responsibility, pressure from NGOs, industry desire for the cost savings associated with less waste, stricter regulations on waste and pollution, or academic innovation?

A panel of speakers will discuss the drivers for development and implementation of green chemistry technologies, and with reference to real examples, propose ways to accelerate the movement to green chemistry.

Moderator:
Dr. Murray McLaughlin, President & CEO, Sustainable Chemistry Alliance

Panel:
Dr. Suzanne Fortier, President, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
Mark Badger, CEO, Switchable Solutions Inc.
Dr. Francesca Kerton, Associate Professor, Memorial University of Newfoundland
Barb Eccles, Manager, Technology Transfer, Lakehead University

Session 3B: Toxics Reduction—What’s Next?

BHP, chromates, PCBs, chlorofluorocarbons, chrysotile: All of these compounds have had their “moment in the sun,” grabbing headlines and igniting debate about priorities for toxics reduction and the economic costs of “green.” Is it possible to predict where the attention of regulators and the public are likely to turn? What is the role of the media and well-financed NGOs in driving the agenda? Is pervasive internet misinformation a hazard for policymakers? Is there sophisticated epidemiology behind these priorities, or are we making premature decisions based on very small or ambiguous studies? What should our priorities be? Is green chemistry the solution to many of these issues?

Expert speakers will provide insight on the current priorities for toxics reduction and where attention is likely to focus in the coming years.

Moderator:
Dr. Preston Chase, Senior Product Development Scientist, GreenCentre Canada

Panel:
Elke Van Asbroeck, Managing Director, Apeiron-Team
Paul Evans, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of the Environment
Dr. John Leazer, Division Director, United States Environmental Protection Agency

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Dr. Robert Cooper, President, Stage-Gate International
“Universal Principles for Successful Technology Projects”

*Academic-Industry Poster Session (Memorial Hall)

The Poster Session exemplifies the Summit’s theme of collaboration. More than just a great networking opportunity, the Poster Session offers conference delegates an opportunity to learn about current academic research as well as industry’s green initiatives and innovation needs.

The Poster Session also includes a cocktail reception, which will be catered by local celebrity chef, Clark Day, in beautiful historic Memorial Hall in downtown Kingston.

*SUMMIT GALA DINNER (Bayview Farm)

Guests of the Sustainable Chemistry Summit who have registered for the dinner will board a bus to the nearby property of one Kingston’s most acclaimed chefs, Clark Day.  On the grounds of his historic homestead in Collins Bay, Clark will present a culinary adventure based on his food philosophy of simple, local and fresh.  Clark will describe each dish, its local ingredients and introduce a local wine pairing carefully chosen to complement each course.

In addition to the spectacular local food and wine, dinner guests will be treated to a special presentation by Jay Ingram, Host of the Discovery Channel’s popular TV show “Daily Planet.” Buses will be available at the hotel to take guests to and from dinner.

Guest speaker:
Jay Ingram, Author and Host of Daily Planet
“It’s All About Your Audience”

This dinner requires additional registration.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

Session 4A: How Do You Know if it’s Green?

Some have said that instead of talking about “green” chemistry we should only be talking about “greener” chemistry. Every natural or manufacturing process has some measureable environmental impact. How do we compare different processes or materials? How deeply do we need to dig into the total life cycle of every component to make an educated choice? Do we have the right tools (toxicology, environmental impact data) to make informed decisions?

Experts on green chemistry will explain the tools and approaches to assessing the real meaning of “green.”

Moderator:
Dr. Michael Cunningham, Professor, Queen’s University

Panel:
Dr. John Peterson Myers, Chief Scientist, Environmental Health Sciences
Charlene Wall-Warren, Sustainability Leader, BASF
Joy Romero, Vice President Technology Development, Canadian Natural Resources Ltd.

Session 4B: Multiplying and Leveraging R&D Funding

Canada has some of the most generous programs in the world for supporting corporate R&D. Recently, other regional programs have become significant players in R&D funding. However, there are so many programs, each with its own focus and rules, that it can be daunting for companies to take advantage of these opportunities. There are tax credits, grants, matching funds for university research, grants or repayable loans for innovation and commercialization, and a wide array of private and public “advisors” to help businesses through the maze.

Speakers who are experienced in dealing with these programs will provide context and advice as to the challenges and rewards of government funding for R&D. Which programs have the most paperwork, which have the highest success rates, and which ones have had the biggest impact? These and other questions will be addressed.

Moderator:
Dr. Daryll Harrison, VP Technology, NOVA Chemicals

Panel:
Robert Ford, Partner, Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP
Gina Funicelli, Director, Industry Liaison Office, Saint Mary’s University
Paul Vickers, Director of Finance, GreenCentre Canada

Session 5A: Making Money, Being Green

We all want to be “green” and leave a better world for our children. However, when profit enters the equation the choices can start to cloud. The calculation seems to be driven primarily by liability or reputational risk; is this corporate culture changing? Is it possible to embrace green chemistry and actually improve competitiveness? What are the bottom-line benefits to green chemistry?

Speakers will discuss “green chemistry” as a signpost on the road to profitability.

Moderator:
Dr. Jonathan Sargent, VP Research, Switch Materials

Panel:
Dr. Steve Maguire, Associate Professor, McGill University
Rick Clayton, Partner, Economic Development, Doyletech Corporation
Dr. Bogdan Comanita, Director Marketing & Sales Europe, Pennakem LLC
Dr. Connie Wan, Assistant Director, Chemistry and Materials, Intellectual Ventures

Session 5B: Trends in Sustainable Chemistry 2

From biomass-derived valuable aromatic compounds to complexes that harvest light in solar cells, this session represents the diversity of sustainable chemistry. However, all presentations also reflect the themes of more intelligent synthetic methods and the use or production of materials that have less impact on the environment while not compromising performance.

Expert green chemists will discuss the latest trends in this rapidly evolving approach to chemistry and will share their insights into commercialization for aspiring academics.

Moderator:
Dr. Steven Liss, Vice-Principal Research, Queen’s University

Speakers:
Dr. R. Tom Baker, Professor, University of Ottawa
Dr. Curtis Berlinguette, Associate Professor, University of Calgary
Dr. John Andraos, Research Scientist, CareerChem
Dr. Paul Hayes, Associate Professor, University of Lethbridge

Town Hall: Getting from Lab to Market

Based on the two days of presentations and networking, the Summit invites its delegates to voice their insights into the fundamental issues surrounding the commercialization of green innovations and how we can ultimately bridge the gap between lab and market.

Moderator:
John Molloy, President & CEO, PARTEQ Innovations

CLOSING REMARKS

Dr. Rui Resendes, Executive Director, GreenCentre Canada