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Episode 76: Industrial Symbiosis

Episode 76: Industrial Symbiosis

FromMaterialism: A Materials Science Podcast


Episode 76: Industrial Symbiosis

FromMaterialism: A Materials Science Podcast

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Length:
35 minutes
Released:
Oct 18, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

There must be closer collaboration between industries and more efficient use of resources to achieve more sustainable industry for the future. Industrial symbiosis brings organisations together to find ways to use the waste from one as raw materials for another. In this episode, learn about the benefits of industrial symbiosis, some examples of where it has been successfully applied and why we need to encourage its practice more widely.
This episode was sponsored by UKRI’s Transforming Foundation Industries Challenge delivered by Innovate UK. This challenge is providing funding and support to create a cleaner, more efficient and more competitive sector that is fit for our future. Find out more by searching ‘Transforming Foundation Industries’.
Guests:
Dr Anne Velenturf – Senior Research Fellow in Circular Economy – University of Leeds
Chris Holcroft – Energy & Environment Lead – Glass Technology Services
Thanks to Kolobyte and Alphabot for letting us use their music in the show!
If you have questions or feedback please send us emails at [email protected] or connect with us on social media: Instagram, Twitter.
Materialism Team: Taylor Sparks (co-creator,co-host), Andrew Falkowski (co-creator,editing assistance), Jared Duffy (production, marketing, and editing).
Released:
Oct 18, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (98)

In this podcast, Taylor and Andrew investigate the past, present, and future of materials science and engineering. Topic areas ranging from cutting edge materials technology, the history of different materials, the commercialization of new materials, and exciting advances in processing and characterization are all covered in detail. Our episodes include things like the unlikely discovery of superglue or teflon, the fascinating backstories about modern biomaterials like dialysis filters, and updates on new technologies including wearable electronics, next generation batteries, and nanomaterials. In short, we hope to help listeners understand the critical role that materials have played in society and even glimpse into what the future may hold for new materials.