The Council of Gas Detection and Environmental Monitoring (CoGDEM) is a UK-based trade association dedicated to supporting and advancing the gas detection, gas analysis, and environmental monitoring industries. Established as a collective voice, CoGDEM’s primary mission is to facilitate the efficient organization and development of these industries by representing and promoting the shared interests of its member companies. CoGDEM actively engages in shaping national, European, and international legislation, regulations, and standards to foster market growth and ensure that high-quality equipment and services are recognized and adopted widely.
CoGDEM functions as the authoritative representative body for the UK’s gas detection and environmental monitoring sector, articulating the concerns and perspectives of its members to public authorities. It is proactive in developing and influencing British, European (including EU), and global codes and standards in related technical fields. By maintaining solid relationships with government departments, certification bodies, trade associations, and regulatory agencies, CoGDEM ensures that its members’ interests effectively influence policy-making, regulatory frameworks, and educational programs related to gas detection and environmental monitoring.
Networking and collaboration form essential pillars of CoGDEM’s activities, enabling it to help members increase their share of the European market. The organization also emphasizes supporting training and education initiatives within the industry to raise awareness and competency regarding the importance of reliable gas detection and environmental monitoring technologies. Thus, CoGDEM plays a critical role in fostering safer working environments and environmental protection through its promotion of advanced detection and monitoring solutions.
With its registration in the EU Transparency Register, CoGDEM aligns with the EU’s principles of openness and accountability in lobbying and advocacy activities, ensuring public access to information about its influence on EU policy and decision-making processes.
