ESA’s Technical Director Ralf Vogel reports on the past and ongoing projects and activities of the separate divisions within the ESA.

The EPA recently finalised an update of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Reporting Rule for PFAS—its broadest regulation to date on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Discussions and specific projects about hydrogen are still ongoing in the different ESA divisions. A new meeting for the Hydrogen Working Group is planned for November.

The ESA training courses can be found in the Knowledge Base. At the moment, there are four training courses available for Packings and Gaskets.

We have a new application from Steffca in Denmark to become an Associate Member of the ESA. As always, we ask our existing members if they have any objections to them becoming a member.

In any organisation, human resource development is crucial to long-term sustainability. In recent years, we have introduced two new platforms to increase transparency and raise awareness of the positions available within the ESA: “Executive Team and Divisional Positions” and “Careers Area”.

Previously, we’ve looked at the different ways ChatGPT can help you improve various aspects of your LinkedIn profile. Now, let's explore the next step: using ChatGPT to create content that will engage your audience.

Read about the latest updates regarding the PFAS restriction proposal and the ESA's response to ECHA.

ESA Chair Simone Wilson shares her impressions from the ESA AGM 2023 in Munich and reflects on why this event resonated so much with her.

The ESA AGM 2023 was held May 17–21 in Munich, uniting members, fostering connections and setting the stage for future plans. Check out some of the highlights and memorable moments.

The important topic of sustainability was widely discussed at this year’s AGM and will be part of a regular agenda for all our divisional meetings.