Dr. Alvin Orbaek White on Plastic Waste Repurposing

Transforming Plastic Waste: A Sustainable Future

With almost 60% of all plastic ever produced still polluting our planet, plastic waste poses a huge environmental problem. However, Dr. Alvin Orbaek White, a leading expert in nanoengineering, reveals how we can turn this issue into a valuable resource. In a discussion with Dr. Sam Blaxland, Dr. Orbaek White explains the groundbreaking potential of converting plastic waste into hydrogen gas and carbon nanotubes (CNTs). These materials are crucial for innovation in fields like cables, batteries, and MRI scanners.

About Dr. Alvin Orbaek White

Dr. Alvin Orbaek White, formerly an Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering at Swansea University and an entrepreneur, has pioneered technologies that transform waste plastics into high-value sustainable materials. He is also a passionate advocate for equal opportunities, serving as a Board Member of Swansea University's BAME Network.

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