International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Center (ISC3)

Federal Environment Minister Barbara Hendricks presented the foundation charter to Friedrich Barth, the new Managing Director of ISC3, and Dr Christoph Beier, Vice-Chair of the GIZ Management Board. The ISC3 will be the driving force enabling emerging economies and developing countries to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals. 

Minister Hendricks said: "I am very proud that we have established the ISC3 together. Starting today, we will be able to make substantial contributions to national and international chemicals policy from the UN-city of Bonn. Most importantly, good research at the ISC3 will lend momentum to products and technology that are relevant for the economy and viable for the future. This is another building block for sustainable development made in Germany that will be recognised across the globe."

UBA President Maria Krautzberger added: "We need sustainable chemistry for a clean and safe environment. Sustainable chemistry applies the precautionary principle. Wherever possible, it looks for and uses safe alternatives to hazardous substances, and it promotes innovative processes and recycling concepts. We are delighted that the launch of ISC3 will enable UBA to step up its work in this area."