Regenerative Solutions to Plastic Pollution: Biomaterial Innovation Panel & Happy Hour

​Microplastic pollution is everywhere: hiding in plain sight. Join us on Earth Day to explore how we can detox from this insidious problem through biomaterial innovation.

​Hear from innovators working to scale solutions from nature and create lasting partnerships to help us build a world free of plastic pollution and its toxic impacts.

​🌿 3:00 to 4:00: Welcome Hour with Materials Exhibit

• ​Engage with biomaterial producers and explore solutions to plastic pollution as you grab your seat for the panel. 

​🪸 4:00 to 5:00: Panel on Current Innovation in Biomaterial Solutions 

• ​Hear from three innovators changing the world with technologies that can replace plastics. What is exciting about these materials and why should investors care?

​  Panel:

• ​Amir Afshar, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Shellworks

• ​Elizabeth Bridges, Chief Commercialization Officer, Verde Biomaterials

• ​Victoria Piunova, Chief Technology Officer, LOLIWARE

• ​Moderated by: Matt Saunders, Managing Partner, New Earth Ventures

​🍸 5:00 to 7:00: Networking Happy Hour 

• ​Enjoy light bites, specialty cocktails and other yummy beverages. The best partnerships are formed face to face.

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​The views and opinions expressed by the speakers and panelists are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of Amalgamated Bank. Discussions are intended to support scientific and innovation-focused dialogue.

​This is a ticketed private event hosted by Plastic Pollution Coalition and Amalgamated Bank. Applicants must be approved to attend.