Technology" refers to the application of knowledge for practical purposes.

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1 Carol J. Henry, Jack Pokrzywa, & Cindy Reese ACS 13th Annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference June 23,

2 General Motors, Ford and Chrysler are collectively one of the world's primary sources for the research and development of green and fuel-efficient technologies GM has higher average quality and newer green technology and patents than the other 14 automakers combined. Ford and GM together hold approximately a third of all green technology patents and the related value. GM has 70 percent of the patents in the emerging technology category. This domestic share increases to 85 percent if Ford is added. Ford owns 30 percent of all patents with a similar related value measure in emission control innovation. James E. Malackowski 2

3 Technology" refers to the application of knowledge for practical purposes. Green technology" encompasses a continuously evolving group of methods and materials, from techniques for generating energy to non-toxic cleaning products. Green technology is evolving and includes developments from Sustainability, cradle-to-cradle design, source reduction, and innovation 3

4 .is the design, commercialization, and use of processes and products, which are feasible and economical while minimizing generation of pollution at the source and risks to human health and the environment 4

5 The role of the green engineer is more difficult than that of a traditional engineer because green considerations impact almost all aspects of a design. operational impact of the product, a factor that is increasingly becoming relevant (especially for automobiles), to the end-of-life recycling of the product. Decisions impact in materials selection, manufacturing processes, electronics design, power train calibration, and vehicle testing. Paul Mandeltort, National Instruments 5

6 is the process by which research discoveries and inventions are transformed into valuable products and services that benefit society. This process is often long and complex, requiring creativity, skill and persistence. University of Michigan s Annual Report 2008 on Technology Transfer, Industry Research and Economic Development 6

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8 SAE Automotive Headquarters, Troy, Michigan 501.c.3 not-for-profit foundation 115,000 members engineers, business executives, educators, and students from 97 countries Share information and exchange ideas for advancing engineering mobility systems Detroit Section: largest, 16,000 members 8

9 SAE International Cooperative Research for New Refrigerant for Mobile Air-Conditioning Systems SAE Green Mobility Courses and Learning Products Survey of SAE members in 2009 ANSI Green Chemistry Institute/NSF international Green Chemistry Standard SAE Volatile Organic Compound Committee (VOC), with the Japanese organization JSAE, for VOCs in interior vehicle cabin air. 9

10 Purpose: Identify problems and potential solutions in the environment and chemical arenas. 10

11 Need for some level of standard setting in the environment, health, and safety or green arena; Interest and willingness to participate to further explore these issues; and Strong interest in sharing case studies. 11

12 2009 Request-For-Proposal from Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Focus: Garnering support and commitments from stakeholders in Michigan to advance Green Chemistry, Green Engineering, and Sustainable Chemistry and facilitating research and commercialization of new innovative technology 12

13 Feasibility Study for Establishing a Center for Green Innovation & Technology Transfer for the Automotive Industry in Michigan 13

14 Explore the feasibility of establishing a Center for Green Innovation & Technology Transfer for the automotive industry in Michigan Accelerate awareness and understanding of green chemistry and engineering, green mobility products, and standards development Become a focal point for auto industry Collect/analyze automotive green case studies Advance goals of Michigan Green Chemistry Program Plan for workshop in early

15 ` ` ` Mercury Switch Recovery Program End-ofLife-Vehicle Solutions (ELVS) Ford Motor Company s New Coating and Paint Process General Motors 2-Mode Hybrid Powertrain Wins Inaugural 2009 Best New Green Technology 15

16 Concept for a center for green innovation and technology transfer positively received during early discussions; Identified that one of the most difficult elements in technology transfer: matching up those who need technologies and those who have developed technologies; Current economic conditions are straining the OEMsupplier relationship; 16

17 Significant interest in automotive-related technology transfer case studies; Definitions of green, green technology and green engineering have not been part of the technology development or transfer; Interest government programs and/or investment funds for new technologies; If green technology or engineering can save money, OEMs and suppliers will pay attention. 17

18 Has the role and/or leadership of the OEM s in technology transfer or in fostering technology partnerships changed? Should it? What role, if any, does certification have in green technologies? 18

19 Form MI-SAE Organizing Committee and Identify Partner Organizations Continue developing background materials and identifying case studies Michigan Green Chemistry Conference, September 25, 2009, Detroit, MI 19