Sarah Lamaison

In this insightful discussion, Sarah Lamaison, CEO of Dioxycle, shares how her startup is revolutionizing carbon utilization through innovative carbon electrolysis. Tim van den Bergh from the World Economic Forum highlights the potential of CCU in the chemical sector as a means of dual decarbonization. John Ferrier from Wood Mackenzie explores the economic barriers and policy shifts needed to favor carbon utilization over storage. Together, they delve into the challenges and future pathways for making carbon capture a viable solution in combating climate change.

Inger Andersen, Executive Director of UNEP, joins Hein Schumacher of Unilever and Sarah Lamaison from Dioxycle to discuss a crucial global treaty to combat plastic pollution. They delve into innovative technologies for sustainable plastic production and the vital role of multinational corporations in this transition. Dina Ercilia Boluarte, President of Peru, calls for a balance between plastics in healthcare and environmental responsibility. Insights from Dion Travers George and Alicia Bárcena Ibarra emphasize the collective action needed for effective treaty negotiations.

In this episode, Sarah Lamaison, CEO and Co-founder of Dioxycle, discusses their technology to produce sustainable ethylene from recycled carbon emissions. They explore the challenges of decarbonizing ethylene production, the role of ethylene in everyday products, and Dioxycle's goal of cost-competitive production below fossil prices. They also highlight the need for renewable power sources and their vision as a trusted tech provider for chemical manufacturers.