Bringing Chemical Innovation to Market with Eric Appelman of Aduro Clean Technologies - Ep. 260

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Victoria Meyer interviews Eric Appelman about Aduro Clean Technologies' journey in scaling chemical recycling technologies and the challenges faced in commercialization.

Real decisions. Trusted peers. The Chemical Executive Mastermind. Learn more and apply. Scaling up chemical recycling technologies is transforming how the industry tackles plastics waste and circularity. Eric Appelman , Chief Revenue Officer of Aduro Clean Technologies , joins Victoria Meyer to discuss Aduro’s journey, from innovative pilot projects to a commercial demonstration plant in the Netherlands, following their NASDAQ listing. The conversation covers the challenges of commercializing and financing new technology, the crucial role of established partners, and the value of risk management in scaling sustainable solutions. Victoria and Eric also dig into how regulations, market expectations, and infrastructure are impacting the adoption of recycled plastics. Their discussion offers practical insights for business leaders looking to build resilient, growth-oriented companies in the evolving landscape of chemical recycling. Additional Links: How To Scale Sustainable Technology Subscribe to The Chemical Show on YouTube Listen in as Victoria and Eric discuss the following: Aduro’s breakthrough approach to plastics recycling Moving from lab innovation to commercial plant Market…

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Host: Victoria Meyer

Guest: Eric Appelman

Topics covered

• chemical recycling
• sustainable technology
• market challenges
• plastics waste
• circular economy
• innovation

Keywords

• chemical innovation
• recycled plastics
• risk management
• market expectations
• infrastructure
• leadership lessons

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Organizations: Aduro Clean Technologies, NASDAQ

Places: Netherlands

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