Our latest Plastic. Climate. Future. podcast features Emil Pettersen, visionary founder of Reparel. Discover how Emil is tackling the issue of plastic waste while rethinking business models for sustainability. Catch Emil as he shares: The critical role of storytelling and customer engagement in promoting sustainable products His approach to leveraging partnerships for innovative recycling processes Personal insights into finding a balance between profitability and environmental...

This week on the Plastic.Climate.Future podcast, we welcome Karel Golta from Indeed Innovation for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of sustainable innovation. Karel shares insights into the shifting landscape of circular economy initiatives, the business models driving these changes, and how technology can support these goals.Key discussion points include: • The Role of European Policy: How European regulations are actively supporting circular economy models. • Business...

In this podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Eric Appelman from Aduro Clean Technologies. Join us to explore how Aduro is revolutionizing plastic recycling with their cutting-edge technology. Key episode highlights: • The story behind Aduro Clean Technologies: From Canadian roots to European expansion • How Eric’s team is transforming dirty plastic waste into clean, reusable materials • The advantages of Aduro’s low-temperature hydrochemolytic technology over traditional...

In this podcast episode, Jeff Wooster, retired Sustainability Director at Dow, shares over three decades of experience turning plastics into value while advocating for sustainability. His insights offer a unique view of the evolving world of plastics and environmental responsibility. Highlights: A Unique Journey: From a family dairy farm to leading sustainability in polymer innovation. Economic & Regulatory Drivers: How incentives and policies can enhance recycling and sustainable...

In this podcast episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Cory Connors, Director of Sustainable Packaging at Orora Packaging Solutions, to discuss the future of packaging and its role in driving sustainability. Cory shared his wealth of experience and offered insightful solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing the packaging industry today. Key Topics Discussed: • Reducing material waste while maintaining product safety • Tackling consumer confusion with clearer recycling...

The latest episode of Plastic.Climate.Future is live! ✨ Join us as we dive deep with Akshay from Greenworms! Discover how they're tackling plastic pollution and poverty with innovative waste management in rural India. ️‍ Tune in to explore: The incredible journey of Greenworms: From humble beginnings to creating a sustainable impact How Akshay's team is empowering rural women through job creation in waste management Strategies for transforming single-use plastics into valuable...

n this podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Joel Tasche, founder of CleanHub. Joel's passion for surfing ignited his entrepreneurial spirit, leading him to establish CleanHub, a waste management franchise dedicated to combating the global plastic crisis. Key insights from our conversation include: CleanHub's core mission: Collecting plastic waste directly from households in South and Southeast Asia. The alarming reality: Over two billion people worldwide lack access to...

"The challenge isn't carbon itself, but the source of the carbon." Take a look at this freshly released recording from the WBM on stage interview with Henkel featuring Sjoerd Dijkstra, Director of Sustainability Strategy & Excellence at Henkel Adhesive Technologies, Mat and John, about the challenges and opportunities of transitioning towards renewable resources in the adhesives industry. Key takeaways from this insightful discussion: Moving away from fossil-based raw materials and...

In this podcast episode we had the opportunity to meet Outi Teräs from Neste, a leader in transforming plastic waste into valuable resources through chemical recycling. During this episode we had the chance of getting to know how Neste is tackling plastic pollution and shaping a more circular future for our planet. Here are the highlights: • How Neste's innovative approach to chemical recycling is turning low-quality plastic waste into high-quality products you use every day! • The magic...

Warning: This week's podcast episode contains an extreme story features a raging elephant, a rock and plastic pollution! This story resulted in Ele Collection, an organization founded to tackle plastic pollution in Southern Africa’s ecologically sensitive areas. We are joined by Ben Norton, Simon Teede, and Rainer von Urff Kaufeld, who are representing Ele Collection and take us on a journey over the following main topics: • The Impact of Plastic Waste on the spread of diseases like...

In the latest Plastic.Climate.Future. episode, we dive into the world of sustainability with the incredible Hunter Lovins. As the founder of Natural Capitalism Solutions and a key figure in NOW partners, Lovins brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table. Throughout the episode, we explore the importance of education in driving sustainable decision-making and how implementing sustainability practices can actually boost profitability for companies. Lovins also introduces us to the...

In this episode, we take a deep dive in sustainable swimwear with Inga Hinkel the founder of Seasick Swim. We explore Seasick Swim's mission to design and produce swimwear and surf clothing essentials with a focus on circularity. Inga shares her inspiring journey of founding Seasick Swim and highlights the various partnerships that have been crucial to their success, particularly their collaboration with the SEAQUAL Initiative for sourcing materials. The episode concludes with Inga...

In this episode, we sit down with Emma Samson from Searious Business. Throughout the episode, Emma explains the concept behind Searious Business, namely, their work with businesses in the field of packaging, consumer electronics and furniture to make their plastic products more circular either through suggesting new alternatives or working towards sustainability regulations. During this, Emma enlightens us on Searious Business' mantra - "we are not anti-plastic, we are anti the misuse of...

In our latest podcast episode, Marcel Lubben from Brightlands Venture Partners, delves into the intricacies of transitioning to a circular economy, shedding light on both the challenges and opportunities it presents. Brightlands Venture Partners is a venture capital fund manager that invests in innovative start-up companies in the areas of agrifood, health and renewable sector. One of those investments is none other than Circularise!

In the latest podcast episode, we had the opportunity of interviewing Marcus and Manuel from the Minderoo Foundation. Throughout the episode, they highlighted the significance of international collaboration in tackling global challenges like plastic pollution mentioning that while regulation is crucial, businesses must also take proactive steps towards sustainability. Additionally, another recurring topic of the conversation was the importance of transparency in addressing sustainability...

In our latest podcast episode, we headed towards the United Kingdom, and had a lovely chat (over tea) with Adam Herriott from WRAP, a circular economy expert, to discuss the pressing issues surrounding sustainability. Adam brought a wealth of knowledge and insights from his role at WRAP, where their main vision is to work towards a thriving world where climate change is no longer a problem. One key theme that emerged from our conversation was the shift from a linear economy to a circular...

In this week's podcast episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Victor Préaux, a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability and a project manager at Waste Free Oceans, a nonprofit organization tackling plastic pollution by cleaning up debris and transforming it into new materials. The conversation covered a range of topics, from the innovative ways they're giving plastic a second life to the importance of raising awareness. While cleanups are a crucial part of their mission,...

This episode features a discussion with Verena Keller from UVEX, a company known for its consumer sports brand and B2B brand specializing in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Verena is the head of strategic sustainability development within the Department of Strategic Innovation Solutions. Her role involves supporting product teams, marketing, and sales, especially with the increasing customer interest in sustainability and circularity. The conversation delves into Verena's unusual...

In our latest podcast episode, we delved into the intricate world of sustainability in the chemical value chain with no other than Dr. Christian Krüger, Head of Global Advocacy and Sustainability Chemical Recycling at BASF. And, as Christian’s position already suggests, we do not miss to speak about chemical recycling and the ominous process of mass balancing. In case, you always wondered what this means, this episode offers an exclusive expert’s explanation from Christian and Mesbah. Dr....

In the latest episode of our new series with Circularise, we had the pleasure to speak to René Bethmann from Vaude. He shares profound insights about the material challenges and polymer innovations shaping the future of sustainable textiles. Especially interesting is the emphasized the distinction between true and visible sustainability, which highlights the role of certifications in building trust supply chains but also among brands and their customers. Regarding certifications, despite...

Welcome to the our new special series, in which Plastic. Climate. Future. is joined by Circularise to shine light on sustainable polymer technologies from two different perspectives. Our co-founder Mat brings in his circularity and materials insights and Mesbah Sabur, the co-founder of Circularise, highlights the role of digital technologies and transparency during conversations with selected guests from the broad space of sustainable polymer technologies. We also look forward to offering...

In this podcast episode we had the opportunity to talk with Fridolin from Holypoly, a startup focused on revolutionizing the plastic recycling industry, by ending plastic destruction and keeping them in the cycle. Holypoly works with big brand manufacturers like Bosch, Lamy, NUK and Mattel.

In our recent podcast, we sat down with Chris Thaller, the creative force behind "Anything But Ordinary" and a follower of the "Bold Ideas, Big Impact" mantra, to delve into his remarkable journey in sustainability. Our discussion navigated through his remarkable journey in sustainability, focusing on the transformative "Run for the Oceans" digital campaign and his broader vision for a greener future.