In this episode, we were delighted to be joined by Dillon Baxter, the founder and CEO of PlantSwitch
Here on Tech Talks, we talk to thought leaders, disrupters and founders in the Tech for Good space and learn about the problem they are solving with their mission and what inspired that as how the technology works behind the scenes.
In this episode of Tech Talks, host Dylan Baxter interviews Dylan, founder and CEO of sustainable manufacturing business, Plant Switch. They discuss the urgent need to address the plastic waste crisis, which not only poses an environmental threat but also a health risk due to the ingestion of microplastics. Plant Switch offers a solution by creating sustainable plant-based plastics that are biodegradable, have a lower carbon footprint, and do not produce microplastics. The products perform like traditional plastics but are much more environmentally friendly. Tune in to learn more about Plant Switch's innovative approach to combatting plastic waste.
00:00:07 - Introduction to Plant Switch00:00:38 - The Problem of Plastic Waste00:01:32 - Plant-Based Plastic Alternatives00:02:02 - Compostability and Performance00:03:42 - Sustainable Feedstocks00:05:14 - Applications of Plant Switch Material00:06:06 - Challenges for Early Stage Companies00:07:38 - Dylan Baxter's Background00:09:26 - Developing the Technology00:10:50 - Future Plans and Expansion
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