At the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos, the Global Impact Coalition (GIC), a CEO-led initiative driving a net-zero future for the chemical sector, will announce its newest member and a breakthrough recycling pilot, in addition to speaking on several panels.
Key Highlights:
- New Member Announcement: GIC welcomes a new member—one of the world’s largest chemical companies from Asia—reinforcing its global leadership in reducing industrial emissions.
- Breakthrough Automotive Plastics Recycling Pilot: Announcing an industry-first pilot with the potential to recycle up to 800,000 tonnes of plastic annually from end-of-life vehicles.
- GIC CEO Moderates Key Panels: Charlie Tan, CEO of the Global Impact Coalition (GIC), will moderate critical sessions focused on sustainability and innovation in the chemical industry.
Interview Opportunities
Charlie Tan, CEO of the GIC, and Richard Haldimann, Chairman of the GIC Executive Committee and Chief Technology & Sustainability Officer of Clariant, will be available for media interviews during the event.
Event Details
What: The Global Impact Coalition at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025
When: January 20–24, 2025
Where: Davos, Switzerland
Program Overview
- New Member Announcement
The GIC will welcome its newest member, one of the world’s largest chemical companies from Asia, reinforcing its position as the only global CEO-led coalition dedicated to reducing industrial emissions in the chemical sector.
- Breakthrough Automotive Plastics Recycling Pilot
The GIC will announce the industry’s first pilot project to recycle plastics from end-of-life vehicles. This project has the potential to recover and recycle up to 800,000 tonnes of plastic annually that would otherwise be landfilled or incinerated. This project demonstrates the coalition’s commitment to advancing circular solutions on a global scale.
- GIC CEO Moderated Panels
Accelerating Impact: Collaboration Insights on the Pathway to a Net-Zero Chemical Industry
When: January 22, 9:15–10:30 AM
Where: SABIC ICEhouse™, Promenade 93
Focus: Collaboration is essential to accelerate sustainable transformation in the chemical industry, but aligning priorities, methods, and contributions is no simple task. This session will share practical insights from real-world collaborations.
Speakers:
- Charlie Tan, CEO, Global Impact Coalition
- Jorgen Sandstrom, Head, Transforming Industrial Ecosystems Program, WEF
- Richard Haldimann, CTSO, Clariant
- Tjark Tjin-A-Tsoi, CEO, TNO
- Pattabi Seshadri, MDSP, Global Leader, Energy Practice, Boston Consulting Group
- Amanda Martin, Communications Lead, Global Impact Coalition, moderator
To attend this discussion session, please sign up here.
The Invisible Guardian: Chemistry’s Role in Food & Nutrition Security
When: January 21, 8:00–8:45 AM
Where: Ice Village, Davos Hockey Stadium, Dome B
Focus: Exploring how chemistry can address food security, reduce waste, and enhance sustainability through innovation.
Beyond public discussions, the GIC will convene its Annual General Meeting in Davos at the SABIC ICEhouse, bringing together its CEO Advisory Board and Executive Committee. This in-person closed-door meeting will include, among others, CEOs from Clariant, Mitsubishi Chemical Group, Sabanci Holding, and Syensqo.
