The Path to Carbon Neutrality: The Case of WFI Production
CO₂ neutrality is becoming a goal for more and more companies, but what does this actually mean, and how can this goal be reliably achieved? The presentation will highlight which guidelines provide guidance—such as the Greenhouse Gas Protocol with its Scopes 1–3—for calculating a robust CO₂ footprint. It will explain how emissions are systematically recorded, assessed, and […]
Design of Reliable Ozone Systems for Water Sanitization
Ozone is an extremely effective technology for sanitizing water systems, but its success depends entirely on proper design, professional installation, and reliable operation. If fundamental design principles are ignored, ozone systems can suffer from inconsistent performance, unexpected equipment damage, safety risks, and recurring operational problems. In many cases, these difficulties stem from inappropriate sanitization strategies or an insufficient understanding […]
Open Space
Everything you’ve always wanted to know about pharmaceutical water and the ISPE—but may never have dared to ask. This session offers a comprehensive look at the fundamentals, current developments, and practical challenges surrounding the production, quality assurance, and regulation of pharmaceutical water. At the same time, participants will gain a clear overview of the role of the ISPE, its […]
Why become a member of ISPE?
The ISPE DACH Critical Utilities (CU) Team is a multidisciplinary group of experts dedicated to advancing the understanding, design, operation, and lifecycle management of critical utility systems in the life sciences industry. Our focus is on essential utility systems such as ultrapure water systems, ultrapure steam, process gases, and ambient-related support systems—all of which are fundamental building blocks for safe, robust, and GMP-compliant pharmaceutical production. […]
Ozone Disinfection of Pharmaceutical Water Storage and Distribution
The sustainability goals of many pharmaceutical companies require a reduction in their greenhouse gas footprint. Compared to heat disinfection, the most common disinfection method, ozone treatment has a smaller footprint.
CU Water Flows for Optimizing Water Recycling
The pharmaceutical industry has traditionally been very conservative and cautious when it comes to recovering water from critical utilities (CU). This reluctance stems from strict regulatory requirements, concerns about product quality, and the high level of reliability that CU systems must ensure. At the same time, rising sustainability goals, increasing environmental and cost pressures, and global water scarcity are leading to […]
PFAS Removal Using Ozone-Based AOPs in Pharmaceutical Water
The pharmaceutical industry faces the challenge of having to provide highly purified process water while also meeting requirements for the water’s complete safety. Due to their exceptional persistence and mobility, poly- and perfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) pose a particular challenge for industrial water treatment, as conventional physicochemical processes quickly reach their limits […]
Cleanrooms vs. Containment
This presentation highlights the key differences between cleanroom and containment concepts and explains which solution offers the best operational and safety benefits in which situations. It describes fundamental design principles, workflow considerations, and barrier concepts that influence contamination control and operator safety. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how, based on product risk, process layout, and regulatory expectations […]
20 Years of ISPE DACH CU – Who Are We Today?
The ISPE DACH Critical Utilities Organization consists of 21 experts, structured around the three core ISPE areas of Knowledge, Community, and Innovation. Knowledge covers key CU topics such as PW/WFI, pure steam, compliance, gases, automation, monitoring, and microbiology. Community promotes networking through WIP/EL, other CoPs, affiliates, and regulatory agencies. Innovation is responsible for workshops, events, and the organization’s presence at the […]
A holistic approach to project management in the GMP area
Efficient project management in the GMP area is essential for conversions and expansions in existing cleanrooms and in the GMP environment. Companies face numerous challenges, from complying with strict rules and regulations to minimizing business interruptions during the conversion. Ensuring continuous production and ensuring cleanroom classifications are key areas of responsibility. In this presentation [...]