The purpose of the potential new substitution centre(s) will be to support the identification and implementation of less hazardous chemical alternatives, to help meet existing obligations. Under lot 1 we will be performing the role of a prototype secretariat within the context of a substitution centre, which will guide and support the ‘pilot co-operation groups’, or groups that are being set up by lots 2 to 4 on a set of groups of chemical substances to drive substitution in specific applications. In this role, we will gain experience with setting up an effective and efficient framework, including relevant mechanisms and tools, that foster collaboration of the various actors that play a role in developing and implementing safer alternatives.
Lots 2 to 4 will form the ‘pilot co-operation groups’. The groups will be formed of stakeholders identified under these lots and will work on specific groups of substances to foster collaboration among stakeholders to identify technically and economically feasible alternatives in specific applications. Their work will include the development of an action road map and pledges that promote innovation and investments. Lot 1 will perform the role of a potential EU substitution centre that facilitates these efforts.
