Newlight Technologies (Project Phoenix)
Headquarters: Grand Forks (Project Hub), United States
Newlight Technologies is developing 'Project Phoenix' in North Dakota, a large-scale facility designed to produce AirCarbon, a carbon-negative biopolymer. The project utilizes renewable natural gas and proprietary greenhouse gas conversion technology to create sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics.
Company Overview
| Role | Multiple Roles |
|---|---|
| Status | Planned |
| Founded | 2003 |
| Employees | 51-200 |
| Technology | Proprietary |
| Headquarters | Grand Forks (Project Hub), United States |
| Region | North America |
| Feedstock Types | Renewable Natural Gas (Rng)MethaneCo2 |
| Products & Output | Aircarbon (Phb Biopolymer)Sustainable Materials |
Plant Locations (1)
| City | Country | Commissioned | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ND Regional Site | United States | — | Planned |
Links & Sources
| Website | Visit Website |
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