CVT Symposium

April 9, 2024 - CIBC Hall @ McMaster UniversityFirst annual Circular Vinyl Technologies (CVT) symposium showcasing the research and initiatives to promote a circular vinyl economy.

The Innovative Driving Force for Vinyl

Working together we'll be able to achieve a circular vinyl economy!

Program Details

April 9, 2024
CIBC Hall @ McMaster University


About CVT

Circular Vinyl Technologies (CVT) is an Oligomaster Inc., initiative at the forefront of revolutionizing the vinyl industry. Our mission? To create a sustainable ecosystem for vinyl materials, from production to recycling. We believe that by collaborating with leading academic institutions and industry partners, we can drive positive change and reduce the environmental impact of vinyl.NSERC and Vinyl Institute: CVT’s ambitious vision is backed by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). Their financial support enables us to drive research, innovation, and practical solutions. Additionally, the Vinyl Institute recognizes the importance of our mission and provides critical funding and opportunities to accelerate progress.

Symposium Agenda

Unique insights from industry leaders and cutting edge technology showcases under one roof.

9:00 – 9:30 AM: Registration9:30 – 9:40 AM: Opening Remarks, Li Xi, McMaster University9:40 – 9:55 AM: Kushal Panchal, Oligomaster Inc.10:00 – 11:00 AM: Keynote: Alex Grover, i2M11:00 – 11:15 AM: Coffee Break11:15 – 11:40 PM: Abdul Yaeesh, Queen's University11:40 – 12:05 PM: Nicholas Rountes, McMaster University12:05 – 12:50 PM: Lunch Break12:50 – 1:40 PM: Posters and Networking1:40 – 2:00 PM: Keynote: Jay Thomas, Vinyl Institute2:00 – 2:25 PM: Jesse Greener, Université Laval2:25 – 2:45 PM: Coffee Break2:45 – 3:10 PM: Mia Rondinelli, Queen's University3:10 – 3:35 PM: Sahar Shokrgozar, Queen's University3:35 – 3:45 PM: Closing Remarks, Li Xi, McMaster University

Think
Circular

The CVT brings together thought leaders from across North America to explore what's new, now, and next in the circular vinyl economy. Keynotes will cover the current state of play in key sustainable development and chart future strategic opportunities for technology advancements.Join us for an all access day to speaker sessions, poster presentations, lunch, and networking!

Keynote Speakers

Alex Grover

President at i2M

The Future of Vinyl: A Vision for Sustainability

 

Jay W. Thomas

Vice President of Sustainability, Vinyl Institute

PVC in a Circular Economy

Our Partners

Dr. Li Xi

Associate Professors, McMaster University

Kushal Panchal

President & Co-founder, Oligomaster

Dr. James McLellan

Professors, Queen's University

Dr. Laurence Yang

Assistant Professors, Queen's University

Dr. David Zechel

Professors, Queen's University

Dr. George Colin diCenzo

Assistant Professors, Queen's University

Dr. Jesse Greener

Professors, Laval University

Dr. Ehssan Koupaie

Assistant Professors, Queen's University

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