1. From Shelf to Society: Building Safer, Sustainable Products for a Healthier World
Description:
Today’s consumers are not just buying products—they're investing in values. In this keynote, Dr. Derreck Kayongo explores how leading brands can embrace safer chemistry, responsible sourcing, and transparent supply chains to stay ahead in an increasingly conscious marketplace.
Drawing from Clean Production Action’s GreenScreen and Chemical Footprint Project, he shares how to future-proof your product lines while elevating brand trust, compliance, and competitive edge.
Key Takeaways:
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How to use safer chemical frameworks to reduce risk and enhance product safety
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Strategies to embed sustainability into product development and corporate culture
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Turning transparency and trust into brand equity
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The link between environmental justice and consumer engagement
Derreckism:
"You can’t clean up your image if your ingredients are dirty."
2. For the Healthcare & Medical Industry
Keynote Title:
Healing Without Harm: Rethinking Chemicals in Healthcare for Safer Patient Outcomes
Description:
Hospitals are meant to heal, not harm. But the very tools used in modern healthcare from IV bags to cleaning agents can expose patients and staff to hazardous chemicals.
Dr. Derreck Kayongo delivers a powerful call to action for healthcare leaders to rethink procurement, prioritize non-toxic materials, and align medical practices with the Hippocratic oath—"first, do no harm." Learn how Clean Production Action’s tools can help your organization lead with health, equity, and innovation.
Key Takeaways:
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How to identify and eliminate harmful chemicals in healthcare environments
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The role of sustainability in improving public and occupational health
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Procurement strategies for safer, cost-effective alternatives
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Building trust with patients through transparency and wellness innovation
Derreckism:
"Healing starts not just with the heart—but with what’s in the hallway, the hand sanitizer, and the hospital gown."
3. For the Finance, ESG, and Investment Sector
Keynote Title:
Investing in Clean: Why Safer Chemicals are the Next ESG Frontier
Description:
As ESG investing matures, the environmental risks tied to toxic chemicals in supply chains are coming under the microscope.
In this keynote, Dr. Derreck Kayongo uncovers the hidden liabilities—and overlooked opportunities facing investors, asset managers, and corporate boards. Backed by Clean Production Action’s investor-focused tools and the Chemical Footprint Project, he makes a compelling case for integrating chemical transparency into financial risk assessment, portfolio resilience, and long-term value creation.
Key Takeaways:
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Understanding the material risks of toxic chemicals in investment portfolios
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How safer chemistry drives innovation and sustainable returns
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Using the Chemical Footprint Project to assess ESG performance
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Why chemical transparency is becoming a new benchmark for fiduciary duty
Derreckism:
"The smartest investment is in a cleaner, safer tomorrow, because toxins today are liabilities tomorrow."