Getting To Grips With Plastic In The Built Environment - Workshop
Getting To Grips With Plastic In The Built Environment - Workshop
Wednesday, 30 September 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Getting To Grips With Plastic In The Built Environment - Workshop

Join us for a 90-minute workshop on Getting To Grips With Plastic In The Built Environment

What is this session about? 

Participants at this session will learn about the nature and types of plastics commonly encountered in the built environment, their responsible use, finding practical ways to reduce single use plastics on-site or at the design stage, and meeting the challenge of the Plastic Packaging tax and future obligations such as extended produce responsibility.

What will I achieve? 

This workshop will provide participants with:

  • An understanding of the basic polymer types likely to be encountered
  • A guide to the key aspects to consider in using plastics responsibly
  • An overview of any potential future policy and legislative issues on plastic, connected to the Circular Economy Act
What are the attendance requirements?  

Please arrive promptly and stay for the duration of the event.

To receive your CPD accreditation and for this to be tracked through your Supply Chain Sustainability School dashboard make sure your full name is reflected on your Zoom account when you join the session.

Please note, if you fail to meet the attendance requirements, unfortunately you will not be issued a CPD Certificate.

What are the technical requirements?  

You will need:  

  • Internet connection
  • A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook) 
  • Earphones/headphones/speakers (preferable) 
  • A tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone to load facilitation tools 

If you’re planning to book this session, please note that AI note-takers won’t be permitted. If you need note-taking support for accessibility reasons, we’re more than happy to help – just let us know. We’re committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. If you have any disabilities or specific requirements, feel free to reach out to us in advance at info@supplychainschool.ie.

If you have any questions about this session please contact darragh@supplychainschool.ie.


Venue
Online - Zoom
IE

Date & time

Wednesday, 30 September 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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