About: The session will explore emerging technologies addressing the plastics pollution problem. It will consider topics such as: the role of bio based plastics, the potential for chemical recycling, and innovative plastic substitutes. Crucially, we will address current confusion over terminology (biobased, biodegradable, compostable), the challenge language poses to industry and how this is being addressed.

Details: Wed 12th May, 10.00 – 10.15, Stage 1

Keynote Address: Dr. Sarah Hickingbottom, CEO, BioVale

 

 

PANEL DISCUSSION plus Q&A: Tackling the plastic pollution challenge?

Details: Wed 12th May, 10.15 – 11.15, Stage 1

Host: Dr. Sarah Hickingbottom, CEO, BioVale

Featured Panelists:

  • Dr. Mark Gronnow, Process Development Unit Leader, Biorenewables Development Centre (York)
  • Dr. Ir. Willem Sederel, Chair, Biobased Delta (Netherlands)

Panellists