Mary Bogdan - Solstice Advanced Materials (S01 E06)

S01 E06: The future of foam blowing agents: Insights from Mary BogdanIn this episode, Mary Bogdan, an industry expert with more than 30 US patents and a wealth of experience in foam blowing agent technology, details the transition to low GWP technologies and their impact on the polyurethane sector.We explore what has changed with the spin-off of Solstice Advanced Materials from Honeywell, the challenges faced in transitioning to greener alternatives, and what this means for the future of the industry.The PU industry has seen a significant transition from CFCs to HCFCs, HFCs, and now HFOs and other low GWP systems. Mary explains which transition has been the hardest, and how industry must focus – as regulations tighten – on efficiency and effectiveness while minimising the environmental impact. She explains why building codes are becoming stricter, and why embodied carbon and emissions are becoming a key driver.Plus, Mary explains why finding the best blowing agent is definitely a case for Lieutenant Columbo. "What has not changed is the people, the facilities, and the products sold.""We are always looking at the next greatest material.""Efficiency and effectiveness are key factors." #Polyurethane #FoamTechnology #BlowingAgents #LowGWP #HFO #SustainableMaterials #Insulation #ConstructionMaterials #BuildingEfficiency #EmbodiedCarbon #RegulatoryCompliance #Innovation #RAndD #SolsticeAdvancedMaterials #Urethanes #Sustainability #GreenBuilding