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3E actively and proudly provides a variety of resources to the EHS community to inform regulatory professionals on the latest issues and topics affecting the EHS profession. The Resource Center is designed to help the community identify best practices for managing compliance information. This is where we also share our knowledge on new and changing standards and regulations.

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List of “Worldwide Conflict Mineral Processing Facilities” Produced by U.S. Commerce Department

September 9, 2014Kirsten Wallerstedt

As obliged under Section 1502(d)(3)(C) of the Dodd-Frank Act (Act), the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) has compiled a list of “all known conflict mineral processing facilities worldwide.” The release of this list should assist companies that must comply with Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Act in identifying unique smelters of conflict minerals in their supply chains.

The Dynamic Global Regulatory Landscape: Leveraging Data and Technology to Enhance Compliance and Reduce Risk

August 8, 2014Uday Virkud

In the few short months since I’ve joined the 3E team, I have learned that the global environmental regulatory landscape has never been more complex, and companies are struggling to conform to the myriad of regulations that impact their business.

US Sanctions Now Include Conflict Minerals in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

July 24, 2014Kirsten Wallerstedt

The existing Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Sanctions were updated on 8 July 2014 due to a new Executive Order. US sanctions can now be used against a company’s actions or policies that threaten the peace, security, or stability of the DRC, including against any entity that is complicit in the “illicit trade in natural resources in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.” This may affect companies’ filings with the SEC under the conflict minerals law.

Reforming California's Prop 65

June 30, 2014James Lee

California Proposition 65 (Prop 65) is possibly one of the most expansive state environmental laws for the chemical industry. Officially entitled, the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, California Health & Safety Code section 25249.5 et seq., requires persons conducting business in the state to provide a clear and reasonable warning in sign or label before exposing consumers or employees to chemicals listed as carcinogens or reproductive toxins under the law.

Self-Certification and the European Union's Responsible Sourcing Initiative

May 29, 2014Kirsten Wallerstedt

The EU Proposal contains many synergies with the U.S. conflict minerals law and should be of interest to companies operating in the EU or the U.S., and would also be of interest to suppliers and distributors to these markets.

Lessons from the Road: Insights from Chemical Watch’s Global Supply Chain Workshop

March 25, 2014Kirsten Wallerstedt

Last week, I had the pleasure of presenting a session on Conflict Minerals: the U.S. Conflict Minerals Law & EU’s Responsible Sourcing Initiative at Chemical Watch’s Global Supply Chain Workshop.

SAP EHSM & the Food Industry: Enhancing Conformance with Regulatory Obligations

March 11, 2014Erin McVeigh

For the past fifteen years, 3E has worked diligently with our clients and partners to establish and enhance best practices for integrating EH&S regulatory content into the SAP EHS Management (SAP EHSM) application and for handling regulatory change management on a global basis.

EU Announces Voluntary Scheme for Conflict Minerals

March 5, 2014Kirsten Wallerstedt

On March 5 the European Union announced its proposal for responsible sourcing for minerals from conflict zones. The Regulation would require importers who “opt-in” to the self-certification scheme to exercise due diligence in line with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance.

Conflict Minerals Compliance - Heads Up: Purchases You Make This Year May End Up Reportable After the Transition Period

February 3, 2014Kirsten Wallerstedt

If your company has been relying on the “Undeterminable” designation to get you through the first two reporting periods – heads up. Your transition period may already be over, and you didn’t even realize it.

California Safe Cosmetics Program Launches Product Ingredient Database

January 24, 2014Kirsten Wallerstedt

Early last week, the California Safe Cosmetics Program (CSCP) publicly launched its new searchable cosmetic product database. Under the California Safe Cosmetics Act, cosmetic companies are required to provide data on products that contain a chemical ingredient known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

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