The first external RENOLIT innovation webinar
Monomers made from CO2 – How to develop cradle-to-gate carbon negative solutions
October 30, 2024 – How can we contribute to restoring our planet´s balance and transform the way we currently use fossil resources? How can the chemical industry achieve a fossil-carbon-neutral footprint? RENOLIT promotes sustainable development and contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through several targeted defossilization initiatives. We invite you to explore one specific initiative in the inaugural external innovation webinar of RENOLIT. Join us on November 19th for an insightful session where Paul von Kirchbach (RENOLIT) and Joppe Verbokkem (Photanol) will present pioneering solutions for a sustainable future. Learn how CO₂ and sunlight can power the next generation of sustainable materials. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping tomorrow's world! You can register HERE.
Webinar Highlights:
- Who are the presenters?
Paul von Kirchbach, Director Global Business Development at RENOLIT Healthcare, and Joppe Verbokkem, Director Finance and Business Development at Photanol, will lead the discussion. They will share their joint vision of manufacturing chemical commodities using CO₂ and sunlight, unveiling how this collaboration on project AIR can transform the chemical industry by making it fossil-carbon-neutral.
- What will they present?
The presenters will dive into the innovative technology that enables the use of CO₂ as a feedstock, converting it through photosynthesis into monomers- key building blocks for a wide range of polymers. Photanol’s groundbreaking work with engineered cyanobacteria and the expertise in polymer solutions of RENOLIT Healthcare combine to create CO₂-negative, fossil-free polymers that do not compete with agricultural resources.
- What is our vision and why should you care?
This collaboration between RENOLIT Healthcare and Photanol represents a long-term commitment to sustainability, with a focus on creating fully circular, closed-loop systems. This effort is particularly significant for the healthcare industry, where the need for sustainable solutions is paramount.
Discover how RENOLIT Healthcare and Photanol are working together to make a sustainable future possible. Register now for this exclusive webinar and be inspired by the passion and determination driving these innovative solutions.
About the presenters:
Paul von Kirchbach is an accomplished professional with over two decades of experience in the healthcare sector. He studied Business Administration in Germany and furthered his education with an MBA in England. Since 2015, Paul has been a key player at RENOLIT Healthcare, where he specializes in managing complex innovation projects. He leads Project Air, overseeing its progress and ensuring that critical milestones are achieved. Paul also facilitates the collaboration between RENOLIT Healthcare and Photanol in the development of photobioreactors, essential for producing chemicals through cyanobacteria. Beyond his work with RENOLITHealthcare, Paul contributes his expertise to several startup advisory boards, reflecting his commitment to fostering innovation across the industry.
Joppe Verbokkem has a strong background in corporate finance and business development and a passion for innovation and sustainability. He is currently the Finance & Business Development Director at Photanol, which he joined in 2021. His role in the partnership with RENOLIT Healthcare is that he leads Photanol’s partnering strategy, including Project AIR.
