Alberto Luiz Coimbra Institute of Postgraduate Studies and Engineering Research at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (COPPE/UFRJ)
Headquarters: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
COPPE/UFRJ is a leading research and postgraduate institution in Brazil, involved in the development of sustainable technologies, including a chemical recycling plant for plastic waste using pyrolysis.
Company Overview
| Role | Research Institute |
|---|---|
| Status | Commissioning |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Daily Capacity | 1 (pilot plant) |
| Technology | Proprietary |
| Headquarters | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Region | South America |
| Feedstock Types | Plastics |
| Products & Output | Pyrolysis OilGases |
Plant Locations (2)
| City | Country | Commissioned | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | Brazil | 2025 | Commissioning |
| Ilha do Fundão, Rio de Janeiro | Brazil | — | Operational |
Links & Sources
| Website | Visit Website |
|---|---|
| LinkedIn Profile | |
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