Electrical and Electronic Equipment and the Environment 2009

Taking place at the Sheraton Skyline Hotel, Heathrow, UK on 17th & 18th of November 2009, the main aim of this conference is for delegates to converse and learn about other case studies, and to develop their understanding of the very latest developments, interpretations, technical consequences and responses to the key environmental directives and regulations. The conference will cover the following subjects: o Legislation update on REACH, EuP, RoHS, WEEE and Batteries directives and their equivalents in major world markets o Conflicts between directives and their legal interpretation o Environmental compliance - how to achieve it for electrical/electronic products the challenges in meeting worldwide regulations o EuP review of LOT studies, discussion of standby power - how it will affect industry from the product and plant perspective o Eco-design, what it is and how to do it o What will be the effect of chemical restrictions as a result of REACH and RoHS o Standards update. The list of speakers includes: Iain Nicol – BERR Adrian Beard – Clariant Chris Robertson – Cobham Technical Services - ERA Technology Paul Goodman – Cobham Technical Services - ERA Technology Dr Johan Nouwen – European Chemicals Agency Julian Lageard – Intel Paul Ellis –Kingfisher David Grantham – Reclaimed Appliances Holly Evans – Strategic Counsel LLC James Lovegrove – TechAmerica