Ingeo News: February 2022

n response to rapid growth in the market for sustainable biomaterials, NatureWorks has announced our intent to open a new headquarters and advanced biopolymer research facility in Plymouth, MN. Expanded laboratory capabilities will support research into the full circular lifecyle of Ingeo™️ biopolymers from next generation fermentation technology to new applications, to increased functionality.

The expanded R&D capabilities will also support the construction and operation of NatureWorks’s new fully integrated Ingeo PLA manufacturing complex located in Thailand. With an expected opening in 2024, the facility will have an annual capacity of 75,000 tons of Ingeo biopolymer and produce the full portfolio of Ingeo grades.

“In the face of these challenging times, we’ve designed a space that will enable research, invention, and collaboration between us, our partners, and the market, no matter where we are located in the world,” said Rich Altice, President & CEO of NatureWorks. “These new facilities will help accelerate the pace of research and innovation as the urgent need for real, safe solutions that help address climate and environmental challenges from plastics and chemicals continues to grow.” Read the press release.

Recently, the 2022 Green Sports Alliance Summit was announced and will take place in-person from June 21 -23 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN. NatureWorks is proud to announce sponsorship of this crucial summit.

The 2022 GSA Summit will showcase how sports venues, teams, leagues, and corporate partners around the world are taking ambitious action on both environmental and social issues to create a more sustainable, just, and resilient future for all.

Learn how the scope of the sports greening movement continues to expand, including improved operational performance measurement, zero waste efforts, tracking and reporting, as well as commitments on equity and increased diversity in sports. Learn more and register.