Turning Waste Into Useful Products: A Chemical Engineer’s Approach To Sustainability

Today we discuss technologies that improve sustainability with Mark Holtzapple. Mark is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University, where he has been doing research for nearly 29 years. 

Mark’s research interests include the conversion of biomass to fuels, water desalination, high-efficiency air conditioning, high-thrust propulsion systems, the production of liquid natural gas, and more… 

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In this episode, you will learn about:

• Mark’s interest in turning waste into useful products – especially in chemicals and industrial fuels.
• What the “MixAlco process” is, and the role it plays in Mark’s research. 
• Different biomass materials that can be used in sustainable ways. 

Join us now to explore an innovative approach to sustainable development!

To find out more about Mark Holtzapple and his work, you can visit gfrc.tamu.edu.

Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C