ISC3 Webinar #1

Introducing SSbD and the GFC in the consumer electronics sector

16 April 2026, 14:00 – 15:30 CET

Online Event

The objective of Webinar 1 is to enhance the understanding of the elements of the GFC and the SSbD framework and illustrate how these elements can be applied in the Consumer Electronics sector.

Resources and information

This session will:

  • Briefly present the main GFC and SSbD elements and key concepts;
  • Introduce the linkages between the implementation of the GFC and the SSbD framework;
  • Share lessons learned from companies with experience in SSbD in the Consumers Electronic Sector, showcasing both successes and challenges.
  • Actively link with relevant GFC sector implementation programmes, including the Electronics Sector Implementation Programme (IP), to ensure alignment with sector-specific priorities, promote uptake of the D6 building blocks, and strengthen measurable impact pathways.

Expected Learning Outcomes

  • Improved understanding of GFC targets and SSbD principles and their linkages;
  • Increased awareness of design-stage strategies to reduce hazardous substances, improve circularity, and prevent regrettable substitutions across the consumer electronics value chains;
  • Enhanced capacity to identify enabling policy, investment, and innovation conditions for SSbD in the electronics sector.

Download resources

1. Series concept note and Webinar 1 agenda

2. GFC Presentation

3. IRSS SSdD Presentation

4. RBA Presentation

5. CEPN Presentation

6. Circular Electronics in Kazakhstan

7. Webinar Recording

Provisional Agenda

Time (CET) Session Speakers

2.00 PM

5 min

 Welcoming and introducing speakers UNITAR
2.05 PM Opening remarks and introduction ISC3

2.10 PM

15 min

GFC (Presentation)

Key elements. Relevant targets for the purpose of this Series.

 GFC Secretariat

2.25 PM

15 min

SSbD (Presentation)

Key elements. Linkages with GFC implementation and relevant targets.

IRISS

  • Emma Strömberg (IVL) 
  • Lya Soeteman-Hernandez (RIVM) 

2.40 PM

10 min

 Q&A All

2.50 PM

20 min

Applying SSbD in Consumer Electronics: From Design Choices to D6 Implementation  (Panel)

Case Studies of sustainable chemical and waste management strategies to reduce impact/ input along the value chain (identification of chemicals of concern, safer alternatives, substitution, standards, training, chemical footprint, data collection, design choices).Trade-offs. Quantified outcomes. Documented adoption. Direct and tangible impacts/process change.

Intro and Panel Moderation: 
Minseo Ju (UNEP) 

 Speakers: 

  1. Benjamin Marks (Responsible Business Alliance, RBA) 
  2. Pamela Brody-Heine (Clean Electronics Production Network, CEPN) 
  3. Vera Mustafina (Center Cooperation for Sustainable Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, CSD Center)

     

    3.10 PM

    10 min

    		 Q&A All

    3.20 PM

    10 min

    Interactive Activity

    Design challenge. For example:  “You are redesigning a consumer electronic device. A commonly used flame retardant is effective and cheap but raises concerns for human health and end-of-life recycling. An alternative exists but is more expensive and less tested at scale.”

    		 All  (moderation: UNITAR/ISC3)
    3.30 PM Final remarks ISC3 and UNITAR

     

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