Partnership aims to convert industrial plastic scrap to synthetic graphene

Global Green USA, the American affiliate of nongovernmental organization Green Cross International based in Santa Monica, California, is formally endorsing and entering into a strategic partnership with Astera and the Carbon Conversion Group Inc. (CCG) as they look to convert industrial plastic scrap into high-grade graphene.

The partnership seeks to drastically reduce the landfill burden and carbon emissions. Astera, based in Long Beach, California, and CCG, a Murfreesboro, Tennessee-based plastic recycling technology company that specializes in transforming industrial and commercial plastic scrap into synthetic graphene, graphite, hydrogen and other commodities, will use technology that supports local industries, reduces reliance on imported graphene and aligns with the U.S.’ commitment to sustainability and reduced global supply chain vulnerabilities. The companies say it sets a new standard for environmental conservation, transforms global sustainability and accelerates the timetable to net-zero.

Global Green USA CEO William Bridge says the organization’s endorsement of the technology comes after a thorough review and consideration of its potential to make a substantial impact on global sustainability.

“By endorsing Astera and Carbon Conversion Group, we are not just supporting a technology; we are catalyzing a shift towards substantial environmental improvement,” Bridge says. “Their innovative approach to converting industrial plastic waste into valuable resources is advancing global sustainability. This initiative directly addresses the urgent need to reduce plastic pollution and showcases a viable path to converting waste into a resource that benefits both the planet and our economy. We look forward to this partnership, which is a game-changer for environmental conservation and global development.”

Robert C. Doherty, CEO of the Carbon Conservation Group, says the company’s technology not only reduces industrial plastic scrap but also helps prevent the pollution that “plagues our ecosystems.”

“By converting these plastics to graphene, we’re not just recycling; we’re creating a greener future,” he adds.

Astera Chairman Bob Switzer has expressed gratitude for Global Green’s support.

“This endorsement from Global Green USA and their partnership, is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team in developing technologies that pave the way for a sustainable future,” he says. “Our partnership with CCG enhances our ability to tackle the pressing issue of industrial plastic waste, transforming it into valuable resources for a greener tomorrow.”