Transforming Plastics: Innovations for a Sustainable Lifecycle
Panel Discussion
Transforming Plastics: Innovations for a Sustainable Lifecycle
Join us during Climate Week NYC 2024 for a dynamic panel discussion on the future of plastics. Experts will explore cutting-edge research and innovative solutions to the most pressing challenges in plastics manufacturing, recycling and policy.
Key Topics:
Innovations in chemical recycling
Creating sustainable, circular plastics supply chains
Economic and policy strategies for transforming plastics lifecycle
Reserve your spot today and be part of the conversation shaping the future of plastics!
Panelist Descriptions:
Karl Albrecht, Manager of Catalyst Research, ADM - ADM, a global leader in agricultural processing, is driving innovation in the bioeconomy. Karl Albrecht brings industry expertise in catalysis for renewable fuels.
Jason DesVeaux, Techno-Economic Analysis Researcher, BOTTLE Consortium, NREL - The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is a leading U.S. research institution advancing renewable energy. Jason DesVeaux provides expert insight into the economics of plastics recycling technologies.
Nahomi Nishio, Industrial Development Expert, UNIDO - The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) promotes sustainable global development through its Circular Industrial Resource Efficiency Unit. Nahomi Nishio brings an international perspective on plastics policy and global pollution treaties. She collaborates with governments in developing countries to advance circular economy practices across plastic value chains.
Elizabeth J. Biddinger (Moderator), Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering, CCNY - Elizabeth Biddinger’s research focuses on green chemistry and sustainability. She will guide the panel’s discussion on the future of sustainable plastics.
About the DC-MUSE University-Industry Webinar Series: This webinar series brings together university and industry stakeholders to discuss cutting-edge research in a particular area related to decarbonizing the chemical industry. Each webinar features university researchers (providing an overview of their latest work) and industry experts (discussing relevant applications, challenges, and perspectives). The webinar is moderated to foster dialogue between attendees and speakers.
About DC-MUSE: DC-MUSE (the Center to Decarbonize Chemical Manufacturing Using Sustainable Electrification) is a multi-university group that seeks to propel research and innovations aimed at decarbonizing the chemical industry through electrification.