EHS Workshop: Multimedia Compliance in Chemical & Refining
Join us for a complimentary workshop designed specifically for Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals working in the chemical and refining industries. We will provide updates on several evolving topics relevant to the chemical and refining industries, with the remaining time focused on the practical implementation of various programs. Through interactive presentations and case studies, attendees will leave the session knowing the status of the progress of key regulatory reviews being conducted by the current administration and foundational knowledge regarding the execution of various compliance programs.
When:
Wednesday, November 20, 2025 | 8:30am – 4:30pm with happy hour to follow
Where:
Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse
70 Yorktown Shopping Center
Lombard, IL 60148
Who Should Attend:
- EHS managers
- Compliance auditors
- Environmental engineers
- Operational leaders in the chemical and refining sectors
Key Topics Include:
- Current state of U.S. EPA’s deregulatory agenda, including progress on rule reconsiderations
- Update on the PM2.5 NAAQS reconsideration
- A session on the upcoming final Chemical Manufacturing Area Sources (CMAS), Polyether Polyols Production (PEPO), and Hazardous Waste Combustor MACT final rules
- Several fundamentals sessions, including waste characterization and continuous monitoring systems (CMS)
- Digital solutions for fenceline monitoring programs
- Revised requirements and upcoming deadlines for refrigerant management program
- State climate disclosure rules
The day will be split into two parts. The morning session will cover issues relevant to professionals who provide multimedia (e.g, water, waste, and air) support, while the afternoon session will be dedicated to Clean Air Act (CAA) topics. Join us for the first half, second half, or the full day! We will end the day with a happy hour for everyone to unwind and network.
Working Agenda – Check back for updates
If you have any questions about the workshop, feel free to contact Therese Dorigan-Cullen directly at 773-320-9231.
Time |
Agenda Item |
Presenter |
| 7:30 – 8:30 AM | Arrival and breakfast | |
| 8:30 – 9:30 AM | Introduction and update on current state of U.S. EPA’s deregulatory agenda, including progress on rule reconsiderations. | Chris Ward |
| 9:30 – 9:45 AM | Break | |
| 9:45 – 10:30 AM | Fundamentals of waste management, including waste characterization and on-site accumulation. | Paul Johnson |
| 10:30 – 11:00 AM | State climate disclosure rules – California, New Jersey, New York, Illinois, financial revenue threshold and doing business in the state | TBD |
| 11:00 – 11:30 AM | Water Regulatory Update | Paul Johnson |
| 11:30 – 12:45 PM | Lunch | |
| 12:45 – 1:15 PM | Refrigerant requirements | Chris Ward |
| 1:15 – 2:00 PM | CMS fundamentals and refresher | Caleb Fetner |
| 2:00 – 2:45 PM | Fenceline monitoring (FLM) session, DSP solutions for FLM data management, Mapistry tool | Kyle Hunt |
| 2:45 – 3:00 PM | Break | |
| 3:15 – 3:45 PM | PM2.5 NAAQS Update | Kyle Hunt |
| 3:45 – 4:30 PM | CMAS/PEPO/HWC MACT Updates | Chris Ward |
| 4:30 – 7:00 PM | Happy Hour |
