America’s Change Makers

Meet Karen, Automotive Marketing Manager, Covestro. My interest in sustainability started when I was studying chemical engineering. I had to specialize and select one of the many options, and one of those was environmental studies. I was very excited to learn all the processes to clean pollutants from the water, from the air. And it started a passion.

Meet Walt, Senior Applications Development Engineer at SABIC. He and his team developed a solution to harness battery power from solar. It was a matter of building a thermoplastic compound from scratch that had the electrical properties that were needed.

Michelle is revolutionizing plastic recycling in Houston through advanced technology that transforms hard-to-recycle plastics into new products. Learn how her collaboration with the city and local partners is having a positive impact.

Meet Dan, Braskem’s Global Head of Biotechnology, who is transforming the plastics industry by developing bio-based materials and reducing carbon footprints through renewable innovation. Dan’s work is paving the way for a more sustainable future for his children and future generations.

Meet Dinesh, a technology leader dedicated to advancing safety and sustainability in electric vehicles through innovative plastic solutions. Discover how his work is helping to make EVs lighter, safer, and more eco-friendly for a sustainable future

Today, as NOVA’s director of mechanical recycling, Alan oversees a massive new facility that is designed to recycle plastic. A lot of plastic. And keep it out of landfills and our environment.

Brian Schmatz, a polymer scientist at Trinamix GMBH, is transforming plastic recycling with near infrared spectroscopy. His innovative work is making it easier to recycle various plastics, increasing sustainability and efficiency in the industry.

Discover how Armando, a dedicated leader in plastic manufacturing, partners with his Louisiana community to drive sustainability and economic growth. From managing large-scale operations to inspiring the next generation, Armando’s commitment to community partnership highlights the vital role of modern materials in our daily lives.

Meet Brenna, a visionary chemical engineer at LyondellBasell, who is making significant strides in sustainability and community outreach. With a deep-rooted passion for improving efficiencies and reducing environmental impacts, Brenna’s story highlights the critical role of innovation and sustainability in the chemical industry.

Meet Adwoa, a chemical engineer using her expertise from Ghana to enhance U.S. recycling efforts, particularly for plastic film. Discover how her collaboration with WM is paving the way for more accessible and effective recycling solutions.

Jennifer, a technology leader at Pregis, is revolutionizing the packaging industry by making it more sustainable. Her innovative work in creating efficient, sustainable packaging solutions ensures products arrive safely while minimizing environmental impact.

Meet Mahesh, a senior research scientist at Dow who is transforming sustainability and waste reduction efforts. His upbringing in India instilled in him a deep appreciation for being resourceful. Today, he channels this value into his work at Dow by creating innovative packaging solutions and advanced recycling technologies that aim to minimize food waste and enhance plastic circularity.