ONLINE WEBINAR
Emission Controls Manufacturers Association (ECMA), the premier association of global emission
control equipment manufacturers, is pleased to announce its upcoming Online Webinar in association
with ET-Auto, the news and knowledge platform from the Economic Times.
Webinar Details
Subject: Need and Solutions for Controlling Evaporative Emissions in Indian Scenario
Date: Wednesday, 28th May 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (IST)
Speaker: Dr. Terry Lathem, Manager – Government Relations, Ingevity Inc., USA
Synopsis of the Webinar Presentation:
Across India, petrol-powered internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles emit significant amounts of volatile
organic compounds (VOCs) through evaporative and refueling processes—emissions that often far exceed
those from the tailpipe. The Economic Times of India has described these emissions as a “silent threat,” as
they occur primarily when vehicles are not in use, such as during parking or refueling, unlike exhaust
emissions which are only produced during vehicle operation. During India’s hot summer months, daily
evaporative emissions of VOCs from petrol-fueled ICE vehicles could be substantial vehicle per day.
As India considers its next phase of emission regulations under Bharat Stage 7, it is critical to recognize
the country’s unique environmental conditions, which necessitates a different strategy than simply mirroring
the European Euro 7 standards. This presentation will introduce the issue of evaporative emissions, review
international control standards and technologies, and highlight how India can achieve substantial
evaporative emissions reductions
About the Speaker
Dr. Terry Lathem is the Manager of Technology and Regulatory Affairs at Ingevity Corporation, USA. He
currently serves as the International Chair for the Manufacturers of Emissions Control Association (MECA)
and is a member of the Emissions Control Manufacturers Association of India (ECMA). He brings over
twelve years of experience in the fuel and automotive emissions control industries, with specialized
expertise in evaporative emissions. Terry has contributed technical guidance to regulatory and industry
stakeholders across the United States, Europe, Brazil, China, and India. He holds a Ph.D. in Earth and
Atmospheric Sciences from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia, USA where his
research focused on the impact of pollutant emissions on air quality and climate
Please join us for an insightful session to discuss the growing need to control evaporative emissions in
Indian scenario, emerging regulations, and cutting-edge solutions to help reduce pollution and move toward
cleaner mobility. This webinar will discuss the issue of evaporative emissions, review international control
standards and technologies, and highlight how India can achieve substantial evaporative emissions
reductions through regulatory and technological measures.
The webinar is free to attend, but registration is required.
Secure your registration through the below
link:
https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/webinar/need-and-solutions-for-controlling-evaporative-emissions-in-indian-scenario/3115?upcache=2
Best Regards
Neelkanth Marathe
Executive Director
Emission Control Manufacturers Association (ECMA)
205, Chandra Bhawan, 67-68, Nehru Place. New Delhi – 110019 (India)
Email: neel.marathe@ecmaindia.in
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