Former INVISTA CTO Jerry Grunewald joins Epoch BioDesign
Epoch BioDesign has appointed Jerry Grunewald, former Chief Technology Officer of INVISTA, as Senior Advisor.
Grunewald brings over three decades of experience in polymer science and industrial-scale manufacturing, having held senior roles in R&D, technology, and operations at INVISTA and DuPont.
At INVISTA, he oversaw projects across 13 global sites and led the construction and commissioning of the company’s Nylon 6,6 facility in Shanghai.
Epoch BioDesign develops biorecycling technology that uses AI and synthetic biology to break down waste plastics and textiles into reusable chemical building blocks.
Grunewald will advise the company as it builds its first commercial plant following its recent Series A funding round.
Grunewald commented: “What excites me about joining Epoch BioDesign is their approach to achieving true circular recycling, not downcycling. The key differentiator is their ability to maintain material purity throughout the recycling process.
“Beyond the science, I see the Epoch approach as technically feasible, scalable, and on a realistic timeline for commercialisation, which I am here to support.
“The industry desperately needs this solution, and I believe Epoch has the ingredients for success to what is a very challenging process.”
EPA appoints Pat Byrne to Board as new Director
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the appointment of Pat Byrne to its Board as Director of the Office of Radiation Protection and Environmental Monitoring, effective immediately.
Byrne joined the EPA in 1999 and brings over 25 years of experience across key regulatory areas, including environmental licensing and the enforcement of industrial, waste and wastewater activities.
He has represented the Agency at both national and international level, led major investigations, and chaired numerous oral hearings.
Most recently, Pat served as Programme Manager for Environmental Monitoring and Surveillance before moving to Waste and Local Authority Enforcement in 2024.
Pat joins existing Board members Dr Eimear Cotter, Dr Tom Ryan, David Flynn and Darragh Page, and Director General Laura Burke.
Hargreaves Services welcomes new Business Development Manager
Hargreaves Waste Management Services has announced the appointment of Danielle Such as Business Development Manager for the South of England, with her new role having commenced on 25 August 2025.
Bringing over seven years of experience in the waste and recycling sector, Such will lead the company’s expansion into the South, strengthening Hargreaves’ presence alongside its established operations in the North East, North West and Yorkshire.
Such began her career in waste wood for biomass power generation and has since developed broad expertise across materials including cardboard, plasterboard, tyres, scrap metal, plastics and general waste, as well as supplying Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) to Energy from Waste (EfW) facilities.
Commenting on her appointment, Such said: “I’m thrilled to be part of Hargreaves Waste Services at such an exciting time.
“As we expand our offering nationally, I’m proud to be working with a team that values standout service, transparent and compliant disposal solutions, and a friendly, positive approach – all principles I strongly believe in.”
Lars Enge promoted to Executive Vice President at TOMRA
TOMRA Recycling has appointed Lars Enge as its new Executive Vice President (EVP), effective immediately.
Enge joined TOMRA in 2022 as EVP of Group Strategy and has since played a key role in launching TOMRA Horizon – a portfolio of new ventures including TOMRA Feedstock and Reuse – and leading the acquisition of c-trace GmbH.
Before joining TOMRA, Lars held senior positions at Yara International, including CFO for Yara Europe, and worked with McKinsey & Company.
Tove Andersen, CEO of TOMRA, said: “Since joining TOMRA, Lars has gained an in-depth understanding of the global recycling market and demonstrated strong leadership. He also has a unique ability to nurture collaboration across disciplines to ensure stability.
“These qualities, coupled with his strategic mindset, passion and performance-driven approach make Lars an excellent leader to drive TOMRA Recycling’s growth journey.”
Enge added: “I look forward to transforming that potential into even greater success in the future, for TOMRA and our customers.”
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