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Virtual International Recycling Event 2025 – Event Recap
The International Virtual Recycling Event 2025 was successfully held on Monday, 17 March 2025, from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM CET (10 AM-12 PM GMT). The event brought together a global audience of professionals, researchers, and innovators to explore the evolving landscape of recycling and sustainability.
Over the course of two engaging hours, Recycling Meet 2025 featured expert-led presentations, insightful discussions, and valuable networking opportunities. From cutting-edge recycling technologies to policy strategies and innovations in circular economy practices, the event offered a comprehensive look into the future of sustainable materials management.
We thank all our distinguished speakers and participants from around the world who made this virtual gathering a success. Your contributions, insights, and enthusiasm were central to making this edition truly impactful.
Stay tuned for highlights, recordings, and announcements about future editions as we continue to build a global dialogue on recycling and circularity.
Key Highlights
Recycling Meet 2025 was a successful international virtual conference that brought together global experts, researchers, and professionals to explore the future of recycling and circular economy. The event featured engaging presentations, interactive sessions, and valuable networking opportunities.
Attendees from 30+ Countries: Including USA, Germany, India, Brazil, Canada, Portugal, and Malaysia.
25+ Presentations: Including keynote lectures, technical sessions, and live Q&A discussions.
Speakers Included:
Dr. Joan Lynam (Louisiana Tech University, USA),
Mr. Salvatore J. Monte (Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc., USA),
Dr. Stephen Poon (MILA University, Malaysia),
Mr. John H. Giordanengo (Restoration Economist, USA),
Ms. Kristie Abercrombie (Food Waste Specialist, USA),
...and many more.
11:00 AM - 11:05 AM
Introduction (05 minutes)
Welcome participants. Brief overview of the event objectives and goals. Introduce the moderators and speakers.
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM
Food Waste Recycling: Barriers to Composting (25 minutes)
Ms. Kristie Abercrombie, Director of Logistics, 412 Food Rescue
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
ADVANCED MECHANICAL COMPOUNDING PCR WITH Ti/Al CATALYST/COUPLING AGENT (30 minutes)
Mr. Salvatore J. Monte, President – Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc.
12:00 PM - 12:25 PM
Bibliometric Analysis of Trends in Forest Bio-Waste for Bioenergy Research (25 minutes)
Prof. José Carlos Miranda Góis, Auxiliary Professor - University of Coimbra
12:25 PM - 12:50 PM
Hibiscus Waste from Flavoring Rum – Conversion to Products (25 minutes)
Prof. Joan Lynam, Professor and Program Chair, Louisiana Tech University
12:50 PM - 12:55 PM
Closing Remarks (5 minutes)
Summary of key takeaways from the event. Thanking the participants, speakers, and sponsors. Announcement of future events or resources for continued engagement.
12:55 PM - 1:05 PM
Networking Session (10 minutes)
Informal networking session for participants to connect with each other and the speakers. Breakout rooms or chat rooms for specific waste management topics.
Meet Our Past Speakers
Prof. Elza Bontempi
Full Professor, University of Brescia
Dr. Xiaopeng Peng
Associate Professor at Chinese Academy of Forestry
Prof. Elsyed Ahmed Elnashar
Full-Professor of Kaferelsheikh University
Kristie Abercrombie
Director of Logistics, 412 Food Rescue
Prof. Jose Carlos Miranda Gois
University of Coimbra
Dr Stephen Poon
Associate Professor At MILA University, Malaysia
Dr. Joan Lynam
Program Chair at Louisiana Tech University
Ms. Luise Ende
Research Associate at the Institute of Psychology
Ms. Ana Arcanjo
Researcher at Universidade Federal de Pernambuco
Mr. Salvatore J. Monte
President at Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc.
Mr. John H. Giordanengo
Principal Restoration Economist, Ecologist, CEO
Dr Stephen Poon
Associate Professor At MILA University, Malaysia
