The environment is central to every activity of the chemical and allied industries. With this in mind, the Environment Technical Interest Group aims to provide a forum for discussion and sharing of information on environmental issues relevant to the chemical and allied industries, public authorities, academics and other interested parties. The Group also aims to enhance professional awareness on environmental matters.

The Group has particular interests in:

• Legislation and standardisation
• Air, land and water pollution assessment and control
• Environmental impact assessment and management
• Effects of hazardous materials on the environment
• ‘Clean’, low-carbon technology
• Waste and water management
• The interaction between industry and the community
• Sustainability issues

On the international front, the Group has been actively involved in the derivation of the ISO 14000 environmental standards. Members of the Group are also noted for keeping abreast of the latest developments in legislation, particularly European Union legislation.

The Group regularly holds joint meetings with other like-minded organisations, particularly the Royal Society of Chemistry's Water Chemistry Forum.