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NMG Lunchtime Seminar Series Focus on Bioplastics

1pm – 2.30pm 22 August 2024

 

You are invited to join us for our monthly virtual event where we will be focusing on Bioplastics

 

The interactive seminar will also provide the opportunity for Questions and Answers and we often hang around at the end for a fun and engaging panel session. 

 

You will hear from:

Andy Sweetman, Sales and Marketing Director – EMEA, Futamura

Bioplastics in the Packaging Arena

  • Materials Circularity
  • Which applications make the most sense for bioplastics, today and tomorrow
  • Challenges to progress

 

Maghfiroh Khusnul Qonita, PhD Student, Gadjah Mada University, Indonesia

Revolutionizing the Future: Algae-Based Bioplastics Herald a New Era of Sustainable Innovation

  • Algae-based bioplastics are emerging as a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics, utilizing renewable resources that significantly reduce environmental impact.
  • These innovative materials not only decrease our reliance on fossil fuels but also offer a biodegradable solution that helps combat plastic pollution in oceans and landfills.
  • By harnessing the power of algae, researchers are developing bioplastics that are versatile, eco-friendly, and poised to revolutionize industries ranging from packaging to consumer goods.

Preliminary agenda

13:00 – Start and greetings
13:05 – Presentations
14:00 – General discussion
14.30 – Close

 

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