The Legal Risks of Greenwashing and how to Avoid them
Often overlooked when compared to the automotive industry, pharmaceutical companies are still responsible for 55% more carbon emissions than car manufacturers. Since pharmaceutical companies make life-saving medication and equipment, this issue is often not properly addressed. However, the current trends in environmental legislation mean that medical research and manufacturing companies must carefully consider how they present their environmental disclosures and policy.
Mining 4.0: Meet Dr. Ali Soofastaei, Our Keynote Speaker!
Future Bridge is thrilled to announce Dr. Ali Soofastaei as the speaker of the 2nd conference in the Mining & Metals series. Dr. Soofastaei, AI Program Leader at Vale, will give an online keynote presentation on November 8th at the Mining 4.0: The Roadmap of the Future summit, in which he will discuss the challenges and opportunities of the digital transformation in the mining industry. Dr. Ali Soofastaei is a global artificial intelligence (AI) industrial projects leader, an educational programs instructor, international keynote speaker, academic editor, and professional scientific author.
10 Ways to Maximize Your Conference Sponsorship Benefits
Corporate and marketing events provide a perfect environment for those looking to engage and connect. As a sponsor, you can network, learn about current industry trends, and hear from key experts. But it’s important to remember that a conference is also a busy time, with packed schedules and a long list of new names, possibilities, and information.
The experienced conference attendee knows that simply showing up is not enough, rather, there are steps one can take beforehand to maximize the opportunities offered by any event. Before and during a conference, it is a good idea to remember ways to maximize your conference sponsorship benefits.
Conference Speaker Checklist: 8 Tips for Presenting at the Business Event
In this day and age, it can be difficult to get your company’s message across to a target audience. At an industry-tailored conference, you stand a greater chance of reaching the end users if you are part of the agenda — but there’s more to it than grabbing the speaker slot. You can put your business on the map with a well-executed speech at a conference. But for many people, including experienced speakers, presenting at a business event is like walking a tightrope. But fear not! To ensure your speech goes smoothly, we’ve put together 8 expert tips that will help you get the most out of your speaker slot.
Future Bridge Materials Management Series Presents ‘4th Product Chemicals Compliance & Sustainability Summit,’ in Collaboration with REGARTIS
The Materials Management Series, which features a variety of exceptional presenters each year, is a cornerstone of Future Bridge events. This fall, the series is back with the much anticipated ‘4th Product Chemicals Compliance & Sustainability Summit.’ The two-stream event will take place in Prague, Czech Republic on the 29-30th of September. We are pleased to announce that this year’s event is being organized in collaboration with the company REGARTIS. We are here to clear a path through the thicket of environmental regulations and make compliance a lot easier!
Understanding Conference Sponsorship: Why Should You Become a Sponsor?
Becoming a conference sponsor is undoubtedly one of the most effective ways to gain visibility. That makes sense: major companies attend conferences and exhibitions because they want to embrace innovation, improve their business operations, network with other industry professionals, or otherwise benefit from the experience. But what if you have doubts? We would like to share with you the advantages of becoming a conference sponsor, as well as provide you with more information regarding different sponsorship packages and what they entail. Our previous sponsors can attest to the numerous benefits of sponsoring a Future Bridge event.
Tips for Getting the Most from a Business Conference
Conferences can be a busy time, with many opportunities for exchanging ideas, information sharing, and networking. If you are not clear about your objectives, attending a business event can seem overwhelming. To help you get the most from your next conference, we’ve provided a handy checklist to ensure your upcoming business event goes off without a hitch, outlining what to do before, during, and after the big day. Network with confidence, anytime, anywhere. We are here to help you leave a lasting impression, build authentic business relationships, and enhance your brand visibility. Keep these ideas in mind at your next business event!
Beware of Greenwashing: How to Find a Line Between Oversharing And Being Authentic
Last year, the European Commission conducted a thorough investigation of EU companies. To determine whether businesses’ claims about their sustainability practices were misleading, the National Consumer Protection Agency screened for greenwashing. The EU report indicates that “in 42% of cases, the environmental claims were exaggerated, false or deceptive and could potentially qualify as unfair commercial practices under EU rules”. The number of companies that have been accused of greenwashing is staggering. Yet, even experienced marketers can unintentionally mislead the public.
The Great Debate: Why is Europe so Divided on Nuclear Energy?
As the prices of fossil fuels rise and Europe moves forward in its efforts to reduce carbon emissions, nuclear power is at the center of the renewable energy debate. Since Brussels has pledged to fund sustainability efforts, the question of whether nuclear energy is green or not remains relevant. Certainly, incorporating nuclear energy into the EU taxonomy for sustainable activities would allow private business owners, political leaders, and energy companies to meet increasingly high environmental standards. However, not all countries are convinced that nuclear power is a sufficient carbon-free alternative to the ongoing energy crisis.
Everything You Need to Know about REACH: How the New Regulations Will Affect the Chemical Industry
The EU REACH is the most important regulatory framework governing chemicals in Europe. REACH, which stands for Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals, is an effort by the European Union to enhance its environmental and human health protection. Companies must keep up with the latest chemical production guidelines in order to avoid legal risks, operate in compliance with regional laws, and remain competitive.