He works with leading companies to anticipate and comply with product-related environmental requirements in the U.S. and in key markets worldwide. He has represented U.S. business interests in the negotiation and implementation of regional and global environmental agreements that drive national environmental legislation related to the circular economy, chemicals, and products.

Basel Convention and Circular Economy

Paul serves as a strategic advisor to companies on new circular economy initiatives and requirements with a focus on scaling up product reuse and materials recovery. He regularly advises on requirements governing transboundary shipments of used products and materials for reuse and recycling. For more than two decades, he has represented information and communications technology (ICT) clients in the negotiation and implementation of international waste shipment controls and trade bans arising under the Basel Convention, OECD Council Decision, and U.S. bilateral agreements. He participates in working groups under the Basel Convention on the management of e-waste, batteries, and other recyclables. 

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) 

Paul advises companies on compliance with expanding EPR laws governing the management of used and end-of-life electronic equipment, batteries, medical devices, unwanted pharmaceuticals, and plastic packaging in the U.S. and in other countries. He has advised clients on the successful launch of regional and global product take-back and recycling programs.

Market Access Legislation

Paul provides compliance advice on a wide range of market access legislation for products subject to RoHS and other material restrictions, energy efficiency mandates, product design requirements, and labeling.

Responsible Supply Chains

Paul also advises a diverse group of companies on due diligence, supply chain communication, and disclosure requirements related to the responsible supply chains and sourcing of timber, conflict minerals, and other raw materials.

Conservation Leadership

Paul is active with many of the country’s leading conservation organizations. He serves as Vice Board Chair of the Conservation Fund which, since its founding, has protected over 9 million acres of natural lands and working landscapes. Paul also serves on advisory councils for Manomet, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP), and NatureServe. He is a past board chair of the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) and Chesapeake Conservancy. He has also served on the boards of the American Bird Conservancy and World Environment Center (WEC). Paul has advised non-profit clients on the conservation of whales, albatross and seabirds, and on sustainable fisheries management.