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Center for Sustainable Enterprise & Regional Competitiveness

Identifying solutions at the intersection of business and environment.

The Center for Sustainable Enterprise and Regional Competitiveness collaborates with businesses, universities, and policymakers to advance research, education, and innovative solutions. With a mission to foster a transition to a clean, sustainable, and prosperous economy, the center aims to understand the interactions between business and environmental issues to facilitate the transformation of business practice and decision-making processes.

Upcoming Events & Recorded Webinars

Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 5:30-6:30pm ET
The Impact of PFAS on the Food, Beverage, and Agricultural Industries
Overview: Known as "forever chemicals," PFAS are increasingly found in packaging, water, and even food products, posing serious risks to consumer health and a range of industries. This lecture will discuss what PFAS are, why they are important to address, how we got here, and the implications for regulatory, environmental, and food & beverage professionals. We’ll explore the growing regulatory challenges faced by several industries and the potential solutions.

Recording: Sourcing Renewable Energy Webinar
Overview: Learn more about how to bring Renewable Energy best practices to your brewery, business, or home.

Recording: Eco-Conscious Packaging Webinar (Passcode: #E!H.9zj)
Overview: Learn the important along with the operational and financial considerations of reducing plastic packaging waste. 

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Center for Sustainable Enterprise & Regional Competitiveness

David L. Levy
Founder and Co-Director, Center for Sustainable Enterprise and Regional Competitiveness
David.Levy@umb.edu

Vesela Veleva, ScD
Co-Director, Center for Sustainable Enterprise and Regional Competitiveness
Vesela.Veleva@umb.edu

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Boston, MA 02125 USA
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