Interview with Patty Mishic O’Brien, Chief Growth & Sustainability Officer, Teknor Apex Company
Summary
Teknor Apex, a materials company, is focusing on sustainability by developing materials that perform well and meet environmental and legal goals. Their Ventures Group helps bring new materials from early ideas to large-scale use more quickly, especially in packaging where laws encourage sustainable options.Key Facts
- Teknor Apex creates materials with features like durability and UV protection.
- “High performance” now means good technical quality plus meeting sustainability and regulatory standards.
- Their TekVentures Group finds and develops new materials faster by linking innovation with manufacturing.
- Sustainable materials can improve efficiency and reduce waste, making good business sense.
- Packaging is a key area where sustainable materials are growing, helped by laws like Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
- Scaling new materials sooner needs early cooperation among suppliers, customers, makers, and regulators.
- Barriers to using materials like biopolymers from methane include scaling up, reliable supply, and customer trust.
- Certifications such as ISCC PLUS and RecyClass help ensure traceability and quality of sustainable materials.
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