Journey into the world of commercial carbon recycling with Victoria Meyer and Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech, a groundbreaking company developing sustainable products from waste emissions. Discover how LanzaTech is leading the charge in turning industrial waste into valuable resources, focusing on carbon-smart ethanol and sustainable aviation fuel. Jennifer shares her fascinating personal journey from Colombia to the U.S. and her transition from working at Honeywell UOP to leading LanzaTech as its first CEO.
Victoria and Jennifer engage in a discussion about the challenges faced by startups in scaling up new technologies and the importance of partnering with established industry giants. They delve into the global trend towards regionalization and localization and how LanzaTech's innovative approach is transforming the industry by using local resources to produce high-value products. Jennifer passionately advocates for following one's passion and maintaining a dynamic mindset, providing valuable advice for young professionals aspiring to make a significant impact in the chemical industry.
On this week's show, we take a detailed look at:
- Carbon Recycling: Transforming waste emissions into sustainable products
- LanzaTech's technological innovation: Overcoming challenges in scaling disruptive technologies
- Creating value through local resource utilization
- Evolving startup leadership and talent management
- Leveraging partnerships between startups and established companies
Killer Quote: "Don't over plan. The road will get you there. Love what you do, given the long hours. If you love the work, the people, and want to do it again tomorrow, that's my advice. Don't take a path you can't make your own." - Jennifer Holmgren
Other links:
Episode 60: Jennifer Holmgren on Carbon Capture and Transformation with LanzaTech
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