After graduating from the University of Latia, Faculty of Chemistry Kristine Krafte completed a Master degree in Natural Sciences Chemistry. Currently she is active as Chemist at the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology centre in the Division of Chemical and Hazardous Waste. She is Competent Authority representative of Latvia in BPR matters and is attending CA meetings, SCBP and Coordination Group meetings. At the national level she is involved in the evaluation of applications for BP mutual recognition procedures and is performing BPR Helpdesk duties.