The technology powering Matereal's transformative agenda is the commercialization of our groundbreaking chemical platform, Polaris™. Our scientists are leveraging innovations in biobased plastics and reusing waste to develop the plastics of the future. This advanced platform is set to revolutionize the industry by introducing materials that are not only more sustainable but also more efficient and with tailored end-of-life-options (biodegraded, composted, or recycled).
Our innovative non-isocyanate polyurethane (NIPU) is a monumental breakthrough in material science. This new form of polyurethane offers a sustainable and safe alternative to traditional polyurethane, which has been a staple in the industry for decades but comes with significant environmental drawbacks.
The Polaris™ platform is scalable and leverages artificial intelligence to optimize the utilization of renewable feedstocks alongside captured CO2. The foundation of Matereal's revolutionary technology stems from the collaborative efforts of Dr. Philip Pienkos, the company's co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, alongside partners at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).
