OUR ORGANIZATION

Our mission is to promote the use of natural, renewable, and sustainable materials, such as PHA, to enable the transition to a circular economy.

WHO WE ARE

GO!PHA (Global Organization for PHA) is a coalition of over 70 stakeholders that includes members,
including material producers, brand owners, academic institutions, waste management organizations,
start-ups, environmental foundations, and dedicated individuals.

We provide a collaborative platform for sharing knowledge about circular bio-based materials,
connecting policymakers, industry leaders, and academics to facilitate the exchange of ideas and drive progress.

GO!PHA actively advocates for the formulation of supportive policies and targeted investments to accelerate the development and commercialization of bio-based, biodegradable, and compostable materials (BBMs).

Our network collaborates across the entire life cycle of these materials—from development to waste management—
to foster sustainable solutions that benefit both people and the planet.

Policy & Advocacy

Our Policy & Advocacy Work Stream is centered around informing and educating stakeholders, including policymakers, worldwide to enable scientifically sound policies for a circular and sustainable economy; mitigating pollution, reducing greenhouse gases and promoting bio-based and biodegradable materials.

WHAT WE DO

Science, Systems & Programs

The Science, Systems & Programs Work Stream works on advancing the fundamental understanding of bio-based, biodegradable and compostable materials, products and systems across all scientific disciplines. This group also collects and converts scientific understanding into insights for the other work streams.

Communication & Education

This work stream is all about building a strong community for internal and external stakeholders that seek connection and partnership. We create and disseminate valuable resources to raise awareness and deepen the understanding of bio-based and biodegradable materials in circular and sustainable systems.

MEET THE TEAM

Rick Passenier

Saloni Sharma

Anindya Mukherjee

Paolo Costa

Jörg Nussbaumer

Maximilian Lackner

Daan Geus

Roberto Ferrigno

MEET THE BOARD

Pak Meng Cham
Pepsico

Bryan Haynes
Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Geoff Nobes
RWDC Industries

Erwin Lepoudre
Kaneka

Luca Zuliani
Ferrero

Manuel Brunner
Minderoo

George Chen
Phabuilder

OUR MEMBERS

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