ICC Sustainability Conclave 2023

2nd - 3rd November 2023

The Imperial Hotel, New Delhi

  • Registration is mandatory
  • Speakers are required to register in advance

ICC Sustainability Conclave 2024

5th - 6th Dec, 2024
The Lalit, New Delhi
  • Registration is mandatory
  • Speakers are required to register in advance

About the Event

We are delighted to announce that the 6th edition of the ICC Sustainability Conclave is jointly organized by the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals and the Indian Chemical Council (ICC) on the 5th-6th December 2024 at The Lalit, New Delhi. The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Govt. of India has recognized the Sustainability Conclave as a Departmental Event. The theme of the conference is “Sustainable Chemical Manufacturing: Innovations, Integration and Incentives.”
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) a globally renowned entity is the Knowledge Partner for the Conclave. The event has received logo support from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and UNEP. ...

The past five editions of the conclave received recognition and support from speakers and delegates from EU, US, Japan, Singapore, etc. International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA), European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC), American Chemistry Council (ACC), Singapore Chemical Industry Council (SCIC) and United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) participated in the program.

In line with the national focus, this year’s conclave will deliberate on reducing and mitigating carbon footprints, promote innovations and their adoptions and encourage sustainable corporate governance and practices. The two-day event will bring together senior representatives from Indian and Global companies, government officers, multilateral organizations, chemical industry bodies, and academic experts to discuss trending issues and opportunities, including ESG strategies, de-carbonization, net-zero transition, digital transformation, green growth, cleaner energy, safety promotion, and product stewardship beyond regulations.

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Key Highlights

  • 2-day conference focusing on “Sustainable Chemical Manufacturing: Innovations, Integration and Incentives.”
  • Well-crafted conference sessions to fore global ideas & thought leadership to drive sustainability transition
  • CEOs session
  • Promote sustainability in the management of the entire life cycle of chemicals.
  • Conglomeration of policymakers, national and international leaders from the Chemical industry, MSME, innovators, academic and research fraternity
  • Providing a platform for stakeholders to engage with each other and create a business interface.

Why Attend?

  • Knowledge-enhancing sessions
  • Networking opportunities with Business professionals from chemical sector industry associations, multilateral/ bilateral agencies, financial institutions, certifications bodies, NGOs, Think-Tanks and Academic Institutions.
  • Interaction with key Government Officials
  • Become more aware of the challenges and opportunities for the chemical industry and its value chain
  • Learn about the latest technologies that can support the industry transition
  • Interact with key policymakers and learn how new policies can support the industry’s pathway for carbon neutrality.
  • Get your question answered directly by experts in the industry, Govt. and Academia.
  • Learn from customers about their latest sustainability needs.

This is a major initiative of the Indian Chemical Industry for promoting sustainability in the management of the entire life cycle of chemicals. PwC India a globally renowned entity in the sector is the Knowledge Partner for the Conclave. All the previous editions were supported by the Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers and, Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Government of India. Further Inspired by clarion call by our Hon’ble Prime Minister at Cop 26 of UNFCC and enunciation of five commitments – Panchamrit, set the roadmap of the country and its commitment to support the global goals to mitigate the impact of Climate change.

The two-day event will host senior representatives from Indian and Global companies, government officers, multilateral organizations, chemical industry bodies, and academic experts to discuss trending issues and opportunities, including ESG strategies, de-carbonization, net-zero transition, digital transformation, green growth, cleaner energy, safety promotion, and product stewardship beyond regulations. This will help in adoption of new technologies and chemistry to reduce the carbon footprint in the Indian chemical industry.

Given India's global commitments to mitigate climate change, reduce carbon footprints, enhance the use of renewable energy, and promote sustainable corporate operations, the Sustainability Conclave holds great significance.


This is a major initiative of the Indian Chemical Industry for promoting sustainability in the management of the entire life cycle of chemicals. Environment Resource Management (ERM) a globally renowned entity in the sector is the Knowledge Partner for the Conclave. All the previous editions were supported by the Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers and, Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Government of India.... Further Inspired by clarion call by our Hon’ble Prime Minister at Cop 26 of UNFCC and enunciation of five commitments – Panchamrit, set the roadmap of the country and its commitment to support the global goals to mitigate the impact of Climate change.

The two-day event will host senior representatives from Indian and Global companies, government officers, multilateral organizations, chemical industry bodies, and academic experts to discuss trending issues and opportunities, including ESG strategies, de-carbonization, net-zero transition, digital transformation, green growth, cleaner energy, safety promotion, and product stewardship beyond regulations. This will help in adoption of new technologies and chemistry to reduce the carbon footprint in the Indian chemical industry.

Given India's global commitments to mitigate climate change, reduce carbon footprints, enhance the use of renewable energy, and promote sustainable corporate operations, the Sustainability Conclave holds great significance.

INDIAN CHEMICAL COUNCIL (ICC) the apex national body representing all branches of the Chemical Industry in India such as Organic & Inorganic Chemicals, Plastics & Petrochemicals & Petroleum Refineries, Dyestuffs & Dye-intermediates, Fertilizers & Pesticides, Specialty Chemicals, Paints etc.

The Indian Chemical Council is dedicated to the growth of the Indian Chemical Industry. Established in 1938, ICC has over the years grown its functions and offerings to cater to the varying needs of the Indian Chemical Industry.

ICC also has two initiatives - Responsible Care and Nicer Globe.

The ICC was formed to broadly serve the following objectives:
  • To anticipate and respond to government policy
  • To provide better service to members in effective dissemination of information, safety, health and environment issues and monitoring the national and international chemical industry scenario
  • To extend and maintain international liaison
  • To promote chemicals exports vigorously. To work towards the effective representation of all sectors of the chemical industry
  • To help ensure the availability of trained manpower, and To foster R&D culture, quality standards and technology absorption
  • To promote and maintain good relations between members of the Association and the Government authorities, other segments of the economy and the public and improve the image of the industry
  • To encourage work studies, research, investigations & experiments with the aim of improving the manufacture of chemical products, cost reduction & enhanced productivity
  • To organize trade delegations to foreign countries, disseminate trade & commercial information about various countries amongst its members and generally facilitate trade & exchange of know-how in chemicals & petrochemicals
  • To promote energy conservation measures in the industry
  • To promote the Responsible Care initiative under the structured approach to self-regulations

The ICC is well-represented by senior executives from a wide range of global and local chemical companies. The executive committee of the ICC includes veterans of the chemical industry with vast experience and keen insight into the workings of the chemical industry in India. Their guidance and vision steer ICC to further growth and service.

Activities of ICC include organizing various seminars and events for the dissemination of information, safety, health, and environment issues relating to the Indian chemical industry.

Key Focus Areas

  • ESG – Vision and Strategies for value creation
  • Decarbonizing the Chemical Sector
  • Embracing Net-Zero Transition
  • Unlocking the potential of Digital
  • Transformation for Sustainability
  • Exploring Green Growth Opportunities
  • Leveraging Cleaner Energy Transitions
  • Safety promoting Sustainability
  • Product Stewardship – Going beyond Regulatory Landscape

THURSDAY, 2ND DECEMBER 2021 (DAY 1)

SESSION 1
10:30 – 11:35
Inaugural Session
11:35 – 11:45 BREAK
11:45 - 12:00 Special Sustainability Address
Mr. Nadir B. Godrej, Managing Director, Godrej Industries Ltd.
12:00 - 12:20 Thematic Presentation by ERM
SESSION 2
12:20 – 13:35
Incentivizing Environment Compliance – Is it required and justified?
Panel Discussion – CEOs
13:35 – 13:50 Perspective – Guest of Honour
Mr. Jai Shroff, Global CEO, UPL Ltd.
13:50 – 14:30 BREAK
SESSION 3
14:30 – 15:45
Emerging digital technologies and Industry initiatives driving Sustainability
Presentations
SESSION 4
15:45 – 16:45
COP-26 outcomes: Implications for chemical industry
Panel Discussion
16:45 - 17:00 BREAK
SESSION 5
17:00 – 18:30
ESG driven Strategies: Path for Sustainability
Presentations / Case studies

FRIDAY, 3RD DECEMBER, 2021 (DAY 2)

SESSION 1
09:30 – 10:05
Opening Session
10:05 – 10:10 BREAK
SESSION 2
10:10 – 11:20
Circularity, Green Chemistry and Sustainable Solutions
Presentations / Case studies
SESSION 3
11:20 – 12:30
Harnessing Renewable Energy for Chemical industry
Presentations / Case studies
12:30 – 13:30 BREAK
SESSION 4
13:30 – 14:40
Digital Transformation: Reinventing Chemical Manufacturing
Panel Discussion
14:40 – 14:50 BREAK
SESSION 5
14:50 – 15:50
GHS for Sustainable Chemistry – Singapore model
15:50 – 16:00 BREAK
SESSION 6
16:00 – 17:00
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) - Curated session
Panel Discussion
17:00 – 17:10 BREAK
SESSION 7
17:10 – 18:20
Sustainability compliance - What gets measured gets done: Methodologies and Mechanisms
Presentations
18:20 – 18:35 Concluding Session: Way Forward and Vote of thanks

Day 2: Friday, 3rd December, 2021

SESSION 1
09:30 – 10:05
Opening Session
10:05 – 10:10 BREAK
SESSION 2
10:10 – 11:20
Circularity, Green Chemistry and Sustainable Solutions
Presentations / Case studies
SESSION 3
11:20 – 12:30
Harnessing Renewable Energy for Chemical industry
Presentations / Case studies
12:30 – 13:30 BREAK
SESSION 4
13:30 – 14:40
Digital Transformation: Reinventing Chemical Manufacturing
Panel Discussion
14:40 – 14:50 BREAK
SESSION 5
14:50 – 15:50
GHS for Sustainable Chemistry – Singapore model
15:50 – 16:00 BREAK
SESSION 6
16:00 – 17:00
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) - Curated session
Panel Discussion
17:00 – 17:10 BREAK
SESSION 7
17:10 – 18:20
Sustainability compliance - What gets measured gets done: Methodologies and Mechanisms
Presentations
18:20 – 18:35 Concluding Session: Way Forward and Vote of thanks

Key Speakers

Thursday, 2nd December 2021 (Day 1)
Friday, 3rd December, 2021 (Day 2)

Partners of ICC Sustainability Conclave - 2024

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Silver Partners

Regulatory Partner

Lanyard & Badge Partner

Session Partners

Digital Transformation Partner
Exclusive Regulatory Compliance Partner
Diamond Partner
Knowledge Partner

Digitalization Partner

Corporate Partners

Corporate Partners

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