Member Spotlight – Metabolix
The global demand for plastics is increasing 3-5% annually, with exponentially higher demand in developing countries. But what happens to plastic products after they are used? Even recycling results in waste that needs to end up somewhere. Metabolix addresses these challenges with the manufacturing and production of innovative, biobased, compostable and biodegradable plastic products. Founded...
Member Spotlight – 1366 Technologies
The opening of 1366 Technologies’ new manufacturing facility in Bedford, Massachusetts last week represents a major milestone for the silicon solar cell manufacturer. The 42,000 square foot, $6 million manufacturing and research complex was financed entirely by private investors. 1366 Technologies has plans to employ 100 workers at the plant, adding to its current staff of...
Member Spotlight: GreenerU
GreenerU is the second company to be featured in our new Member Spotlight. GreenerU works with colleges and universities in achieving their sustainability and energy goals. The company was founded in 2009 by CEO Rob Pratt, one of the founders of the New England Clean Energy Council. He was joined by David Adamian, VP for...
New Member Spotlight: Resolute Marine Energy
New England Clean Energy Council has just begun a new Member Spotlight project, where we will regularly feature a Member company and its experiences on our blog. We are kicking things off with Resolute Marine Energy, a startup developing the world’s first wave-driven desalination system. Resolute uses wave-powered technology to desalinate seawater, providing potable fresh...