Circular and Low Carbon Solutions: Advancements in the recycling sector
Scaling circular solutions: How LYB is advocating and innovating for a low-carbon economy
Much progress has been made in plastics recycling in a relatively short time, but the industry still has a long way to go. How is LYB using its expertise, experience and technology innovations to accelerate the shift to a circular, low-carbon economy?
In an engaging December 2024 episode of the LYB podcast, Mariane Maximous, vice president of Americas Feedstock and Mechanical Recycling, Circular and Low Carbon Solutions, shared her insights with host Deepi Sidhu.
Mariane explained the significance of sustainability and circularity in today's industry. She also outlined the LYB approach to scaling recycling infrastructure, strengthening supply chains for recycled feedstocks and leveraging advanced technologies like the commercially scalable MoReTec catalytic chemical recycling technology to close the loop on hard-to-recycle materials.
She highlighted key acquisitions, including the Jurupa Valley facility in California, that expand the company's capacity and reinforce its commitment to meeting the rising demand for post-consumer recycled content. Mariane also discussed the policy and infrastructure improvements needed to bring U.S. recycling capabilities closer to those in Europe, emphasizing the importance of supportive legislation for long-term circularity.
Mariane underscored the LYB commitment to produce and market recycled and renewable-based polymers, as well as the company's ongoing efforts to advocate for new policies and advance recycling infrastructure to revolutionize the circular and low-carbon business landscape.
Mariane also reflected on how her personal journey, from her early years in Cairo to a career driven by curiosity and problem-solving, fuels her passion for building a circular economy and helping LYB create solutions for everyday sustainable living.
Host(s): Deepi Sidhu, LYB Content & Social Media Manager, Sustainability & Corporate Affairs
Guest(s): Mariane Maximous, vice president of Americas Feedstock and Mechanical Recycling, Circular and Low Carbon Solutions
Duration: 16:00
Release Date: 12/11/2024