Trainings

What will you learn?

Producers of chemicals are driven by the assumption that “The more you sell the more you earn”, putting a lot of pressure on the environment. The concept of Chemical Leasing promotes that producers produce just the right amount of chemicals and make sure that they are used in the best possible way, by also providing the customer with the right knowledge or services. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the usage of biocides drastically increased, leading to shortages of some of the resources. Therefore, ISC3 selected biocides as a possible field of application for Chemical Leasing and wants to set up a hands-on implementation project in one of our partner countries. In this course, you will learn how to apply the Chemical Leasing business model to your industry.

What will you learn?

The certificate Practices of Sustainable Chemistry offered by Leuphana Professional School at Leuphana University, Lüneburg, Germany provides in four modules knowledge on sustainable chemistry and development, recycling and circular value creation, regulations and international conventions and sustainability assessment at university MBA level. You will learn about the links between chemistry and sustainable development and their relevance to current EU and global sustainability policies, which enables you to contribute to sustainable development by making informed decisions based on an interdisciplinary understanding of sustainable chemistry. The certificate is taught in English and is designed as distance learning programme with one on-campus session offering practical experiences and opportunities for networking. An innovative online learning platform provides all teaching materials at any time for a flexible learning experience that adapts to the student’s professional and private schedule.

What will you learn?

The certificate Sustainable Chemistry & Benign by Design offered by Leuphana Professional School at Leuphana University, Lüneburg, Germany provides in four modules interdisciplinary knowledge about the design and redesign of chemicals at university Master's level. Based on findings from environmental chemistry and toxicology, you will explore the molecular (re)design of chemicals with reduced ecological and toxicological impacts, the potential and applicability of Benign by Design. In addition, experimental and in-silico methods for the molecular (re)design of chemicals are addressed. The certificate is taught in English and is designed as distance learning programme with one on-campus laboratory phase offering practical experiences and opportunities for networking. An innovative online learning platform provides all teaching materials at any time for a flexible learning experience that adapts to the student’s professional and private schedule.

What will you learn?

The certificate Sustainable Chemistry & Regulatory Affairs offered by Leuphana Professional School at Leuphana University, Lüneburg, Germany provides in four modules knowledge of international chemicals management in the context of sustainable chemistry at university Master's level. Based on findings from environmental chemistry and toxicology, you will learn about the most important political framework conditions for the management of chemicals at national and global level. In addition, you will deal with the impact of sustainable chemistry on regulatory affairs and vice versa. The certificate is taught in English and is designed as distance learning programme with one on-campus laboratory phase offering practical experiences and opportunities for networking. An innovative online learning platform provides all teaching materials at any time for a flexible learning experience that adapts to the student’s professional and private schedule.

What will you learn?

This course is based on the Swedish Chemical Agency - KemI publication on “Enforcement of legislation on chemicals placed on the market” one of a series of guidance documents developed to complement the UNEP Guidance on the Development of Legal and Institutional Infrastructures and Measures for Recovering Costs of National Administration (LIRA Guidance) by giving more detailed guidance in different areas.

What will you learn?

To harmonise Chemical hazards’ classification and communication systems worldwide, the United Nations adopted, in 2003, the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), an important tool for countries to develop or modify national programmes and to facilitate trade. The overall goal of the course is to enhance the participants' knowledge and skills for applying the GHS. Participants will learn about: the purpose, scope and application of the GHS; classification of hazardous substances and mixtures; and hazard communication (i.e., labelling and safety data sheets). After completing the course, participants will be able to: 1) Describe the international policy framework for the GHS and international chemicals management; 2) Apply GHS criteria in classifying physical, health, and environmental hazards; 3) Select appropriate hazard communication elements; 4) Develop classification for safety data sheets and GHS-based labels; 5) Develop effective hazard communication strategies adapted to specific contexts.

What will you learn?

This course is based on the Swedish Chemical Agency’s - KemI - publication on “Legislation for chemicals placed on the market”, one of a series of documents developed to complement the UNEP Guidance on the Development of Legal and Institutional Infrastructures and Measures for Recovering Costs of National Administration (LIRA Guidance) by giving more detailed guidance in different areas.

What will you learn?

This course provides interested stakeholders an introduction to the sound management of manufactured nanomaterials. Nanomaterials have a range of novel properties enabling many new, useful applications in areas such as medicine, environment, energy production and material technology. However, the special properties of nanomaterials can also be a challenge, as these materials may have different implications for human health or the environment compared to traditional chemicals.
Participants will learn about global, national and sector-specific issues, and begin to develop skills for recognising safety concerns and learning about risk management. After completing the course, participants will be able to: 1) Discuss properties, uses, and safety issues of nano-containing products; 2) Classify hazard, exposure and risk assessments, and options; 3) Identify opportunities and challenges to regulate nanomaterials; 4) Discuss international and national regulatory approaches; 5) Differentiate applications and uses of nanomaterials to improve environmental, health, and safety issues.

What will you learn?

The aim of this course is to give guidance to countries (governments and authorities) in their efforts to set up an efficient system for the sound management of chemicals with a special focus on legal and voluntary tools for risk reduction of chemical substances, on their own or when used in mixtures or in articles. The course focuses on preventive chemicals control; measures directed towards the placing of chemicals on the market. The risk management of chemicals covered here makes use of information on the properties of chemicals at an early point in their life cycle, helping to manage exposure to chemicals with adverse effects. This course is based on the Swedish Chemical Agency’s - KemI - publication on “Risk Reduction of Chemicals”, one of a series of documents developed by KemI. It is a complement to the UNEP Guidance on the Development of Legal and Institutional Infrastructures and Measures for Recovering Costs of National Administration (LIRA guidance).

What will you learn?

This course is based on the Swedish Chemical Agency’s - KemI - publication on “Sustainable financing of institutional capacity for chemicals management”,
one of a series of documents developed to complement the UNEP Guidance on the Development of Legal and Institutional Infrastructures and Measures for Recovering Costs of National Administration (LIRA Guidance) by giving more detailed guidance in different areas.

What will you learn?

In this course, participants will be introduced to the challenges of waste and the concept of circular economy. The course is based on the latest reports on waste management and circular economy, as well as relevant country case studies. The methodological part builds on UNITAR’s “Guidelines for national waste management strategies: moving from challenges to opportunities,” and draws heavily on the Basel Convention Guidance Manuals for Governments.
Learning objectives: 1) Understand the importance of sound waste management in relation to SDGs and reduction of poverty; 2) Identify tools that can be used on effective planning for waste management; 3) Discuss how to promote effective governance of waste among key stakeholders; 4) Identify policy instruments to be used on waste management and waste reduction; 5) Discuss how circular economy approaches can be supported through waste management; 6) Understand the importance of biowaste management and its contribution to economic growth.

What will you learn?

Start-ups are a unique source of knowledge and innovation that can contribute to a more sustainable future. In order to help innovators related to Sustainable Chemistry succeed in different stages of development, the ISC3 Innovation Hub launched the Global Start-up Service (GSS), the world’s first program providing holistic support to Sustainable Chemistry innovators globally. As part of our Extended Services, the ISC3 GSS organizes workshops on topics chosen by our innovators, such as Negotiation Skills, Sustainable Business Model Canvas, Life Cycle Assessment, Women in Leadership or Market Research. The GSS workshop presentations and recordings are accessible in our Online Library.

What will you learn?

The professional Masters programme M.Sc. Sustainable Chemistry offered by Leuphana Professional School at Leuphana University, Lüneburg, Germany provides expert interdisciplinary training in sustainable chemistry. The unique curriculum enables you to understand and apply chemistry in the context of sustainability. Sustainable Chemistry is a broader, more holistic and systems-thinking oriented framework in contrast to green chemistry. It exceeds the molecular level and embraces global product flows, sustainability assessment, alternative business models for chemical products and international regulations and strategies for initiating and leading change towards sustainability. Therefore, the curriculum goes far beyond green chemistry and offers unique new perspectives on how chemistry can and must contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals of the Agenda 2030. The Masters programme is taught in English and is designed as distance learning programme with two on-campus classroom sessions offering practical experiences and opportunities for networking. An innovative online learning platform provides all teaching materials at any time for a flexible learning experience that adapts to the student’s professional and private schedule.

What will you learn?

In the ISC3 Masterclass, basic concepts of Sustainable Chemistry are presented. Start-ups also learn, why a clear and plausible sustainability profile is important for start-ups. Furthermore, the ISC3 experts will introduce the ISC3 Sustainability Checklist for Sustainable Chemistry changemakers and explain the business opportunities when the underlying sustainability criteria are addressed. The Masterclass also includes a practical part, where the start-ups will explore which sustainability criteria could be prioritized and/or addressed. Specific focus of the Masterclass can be elaborated depending on audience needs.

What will you learn?

The professional Masters programme MBA Sustainable Chemistry Management offered by Leuphana Professional School at Leuphana University, Lüneburg, Germany integrates transformative management practices connected to the chemical enterprise with sustainable chemistry. The unique curriculum teaches fundamentals of sustainability management combined with operational knowledge in the field of the chemical sector framed by an inter- and transdisciplinary understanding of sustainable chemistry. To foster a sustainability-oriented management, the programme offers a comprehensive training in concepts of Green Chemistry and Sustainable Chemistry, innovation management, ethics and leadership, as well as international policy frameworks for chemicals and waste management. The Masters programme is taught in English and is designed as distance learning programme with one on-campus classroom sessions offering practical experiences and opportunities for networking. An innovative online learning platform provides all teaching materials at any time for a flexible learning experience that adapts to the student’s professional and private schedule.

What will you learn?

ISC3 has compiled all its knowledge on the topic of plastics and sustainable building in the form of a training.

What will you learn?

In this self-paced course learners get an in-depth immersion into the principles and practical aspects of Renewable Power-to-X (PtX) for the Energy Transition. It covers crucial aspects such as PtX technologies, production processes, economics and infrastructure.

What will you learn?

The Summer School provides the participants with an understanding of the concepts, tools and approaches of Sustainable Chemistry including the latest developments of Sustainable Chemistry and chemicals management. On top of that the Summer School aims to foster exchange of knowledge and experiences between the speakers and participants from different regions, with regard to the selected focus topic such as for example renewables, climate change, water, building and living, agriculture, electronics or textiles (topics change every year). The upcoming Summer School will take place in July 2024 at Leuphana University, Lüneburg, Germany and will take a closer look at the topic of safe and sustainable by design.

What will you learn?

The training consists of two parts (developed by ISC3 and the International PtX Hub): in the first one it introduces the concept of Sustainable Chemistry with its multiple dimensions in order to raise awareness and deliver insights to unattended sustainability aspects using a holistic approach.

The second part is a deep dive in the production of Power-to-Chemicals-products like ammonia, methanol, polymers and e-fuels.

What will you learn?

By the end of this course, you will be able to identify Greenhouse Gas emission reduction options, select applicable assessment methodologies and assess the emission reduction potential of mitigation actions for the chemical and petrochemical industry. Furthermore, you will receive information regarding chemical management as well as the concepts of sustainable chemistry and circular economy.

What will you learn?

This course is for decision-makers from public, private, and civil society organisations, that aim to receive basic knowledge on policy processes at the nexus of sustainable development, sustainability, chemistry, and associated fields.

What will you learn?

This policy training is meant to support the development of policy input and training of participation on human rights issues, related to Sustainable Chemistry and sustainable development. The training will elaborate on specific human rights (such as the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment) that are related to the key characteristics of Sustainable Chemistry, as developed by the ISC3.

What will you learn?

This policy training elaborates on the history and foundations of international environmental policy, key Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) and currently ongoing international developments and negotiations (e.g. international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment). The interactive training will provide practical experience with engaging international policy debates and processes in order to advocate for Sustainable Chemistry at international policy level.

What will you learn?

This policy training is meant to provide an overview of the Strategic Approach International Chemicals Management (SAICM) policy process and its relationship with Sustainable Chemistry. The training dives into the history, governance, structure, relevant stakeholders and sectors of the UN process and participants get to practice newly gained knowledge via interactive activities.

What will you learn?

The objective of the virtual session is to inform about scalable alternatives to Single-Use Plastics (SUPs) and offer insights into the current developments on the matter in the chemical industry. The goal is also to foster a dialog between start-ups, policy makers, NGOs and other stakeholders in the green and sustainable chemistry innovation system to discuss how the substitution or avoidance of SUP chemistry contributes to the UNEP 10 Green and Sustainable Chemistry objectives and guiding considerations. Furthermore, a goal is also to showcase Start-ups developing SUP alternatives and packaging-free solutions as examples for these objectives. Here, the relevance of the topic and elaboration of existing opportunities should be elucidated by the presentation of present success stories and regional business cases. 6 innovative Indian and European start-ups will be presenting their solutions in a 5 min pitch each, accompanied by a subject matter expert.
Additionally, the webinar highlight and explore elements related to policy and regulation that are relevant for start-ups in Sustainable Chemistry.

What will you learn?

The objective of the ISC3 Sustainable Chemistry Club 2022/2023 was to highlight actions being taken to promote and implement Green and Sustainable Chemistry across different stakeholders: Policymakers, Entrepreneurs, Industry and Academia. The webinar series, which began with a Roundtable discussion, aimed to foster a common understanding of Green and Sustainable Chemistry and showcase how UNEPs Green and Sustainable Chemistry: Framework Manual and the10 Green and Sustainable Chemistry objectives can be useful tools for stakeholders to take relevant actions. Participants had the opportunity to see the potential of green and sustainable chemical innovations to support the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. After the Roundtable, five webinars followed, each focusing on two of UNEP’s Objectives, with corresponding illustrative examples from impactful Sustainable Chemistry start-ups, SMEs, and innovators from across India.

What will you learn?

The objective of the ISC3 Sustainable Chemistry Club 2022/2023 was to highlight actions being taken to promote and implement Green and Sustainable Chemistry across different stakeholders: Policymakers, Entrepreneurs, Industry and Academia. The webinar series, which began with a Roundtable discussion, aimed to foster a common understanding of Green and Sustainable Chemistry and showcase how UNEPs Green and Sustainable Chemistry: Framework Manual and the 10 Green and Sustainable Chemistry objectives can be useful tools for stakeholders to take relevant actions. Participants had the opportunity to see the potential of green and sustainable chemical innovations to support the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. After the Roundtable, five webinars followed, each focusing on two of UNEP’s Objectives, with corresponding illustrative examples from impactful Sustainable Chemistry start-ups, SMEs, and innovators from across India.

What will you learn?

The objective of the ISC3 Sustainable Chemistry Club 2022/2023 was to highlight actions being taken to promote and implement Green and Sustainable Chemistry across different stakeholders: Policymakers, Entrepreneurs, Industry and Academia. The webinar series, which began with a Roundtable discussion, aimed to foster a common understanding of Green and Sustainable Chemistry and showcase how UNEPs Green and Sustainable Chemistry: Framework Manual and the10 Green and Sustainable Chemistry objectives can be useful tools for stakeholders to take relevant actions. Participants had the opportunity to see the potential of green and sustainable chemical innovations to support the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. After the Roundtable, five webinars followed, each focusing on two of UNEP’s Objectives, with corresponding illustrative examples from impactful Sustainable Chemistry start-ups, SMEs, and innovators from across India.

What will you learn?

The objective of the ISC3 Sustainable Chemistry Club 2022/2023 was to highlight actions being taken to promote and implement Green and Sustainable Chemistry across different stakeholders: Policymakers, Entrepreneurs, Industry and Academia. The webinar series, which began with a Roundtable discussion, aimed to foster a common understanding of Green and Sustainable Chemistry and showcase how UNEPs Green and Sustainable Chemistry: Framework Manual and the10 Green and Sustainable Chemistry objectives can be useful tools for stakeholders to take relevant actions. Participants had the opportunity to see the potential of green and sustainable chemical innovations to support the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. After the Roundtable, five webinars followed, each focusing on two of UNEP’s Objectives, with corresponding illustrative examples from impactful Sustainable Chemistry start-ups, SMEs, and innovators from across India.

What will you learn?

What will you learn? The objective of the ISC3 Sustainable Chemistry Club 2022/2023 was to highlight actions being taken to promote and implement Green and Sustainable Chemistry across different stakeholders: Policymakers, Entrepreneurs, Industry and Academia. The webinar series, which began with a Roundtable discussion, aimed to foster a common understanding of Green and Sustainable Chemistry and showcase how UNEPs Green and Sustainable Chemistry: Framework Manual and the 10 Green and Sustainable Chemistry objectives 10 Green and Sustainable Chemistry objectives can be useful tools for stakeholders to take relevant actions. Participants had the opportunity to see the potential of green and sustainable chemical innovations to support the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. After the Roundtable, five webinars followed, each focusing on two of UNEP’s Objectives, with corresponding illustrative examples from impactful Sustainable Chemistry start-ups, SMEs, and innovators from across India.