Environmental Focus PFAS Regulatory “Conversation” and Expert Q&A Roundtable

During the first part of the program, our panelists will discuss the latest EPA PFAS-related research, explore state PFAS-related regulatory initiatives and coordination efforts, and provide insight into public opinion surrounding this important topic.

The second part of the program will bring together leading environmental consultants to discuss the latest issues arising during PFAS investigations and the technical/scientific challenges they are encountering. We will conclude the event with a comprehensive Q&A session with all program panelists, followed by a reception.

Agenda

Panel 1 (2 p.m.-3 p.m.)

The latest updates on federal and state regulatory developments, as well as public opinion polling about PFAS perspectives.

Panel 1 Speakers:

• David Dunlap, EPA Office of Research and Development (Invited)
• Donald Welsh, The Environmental Council of the States (ECOS)
• Dennis Stolle, J.D., Ph.D, ThemeVision

Panel 2 (3:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m.)

Leading consultants join Barnes & Thornburg speakers to discuss challenges, successes, and remaining unknowns about PFAS investigations and science. 

Q&A and Group Discussion (4:15 p.m.-5 p.m.)

Reception (5 p.m.-6:30 p.m.)