Spero Energy focuses on developing innovative chemical technologies that leverage plant-based renewables, particularly through their proprietary processes that utilize biomass instead of petrochemicals. Their flagship technologies, SperoSET™ and SPERLU™, aim to create sustainable alternatives to traditional petroleum-based products. SperoSET™ is a recyclable thermoset plastic derived from lignin, an organic polymer found in plants, which offers excellent insulation, corrosion resistance, and moldability. This technology is designed for various applications, particularly in the automotive and electronics sectors, while maintaining the renewability and recyclability of its biological source material.

The SPERLU™ technology specifically targets the conversion of lignin, a waste byproduct from cellulosic ethanol production, into valuable, environmentally-friendly polymers and plastics. Recognized for its potential impact on bioenergy markets, SPERLU™ has received funding to scale up its production process. SperoSET™ enhances sustainability by introducing chemically reversible bonds in its polymer structure, allowing for recyclability and repairability without the need for additional catalysts. This approach not only reduces environmental impact but also enables the production of high-tech plastics suitable for industries such as aerospace, renewable energy, and sporting goods, all while maintaining a smaller carbon footprint compared to conventional materials.

United States

Spero Renewables is a green chemistry company that develops technologies for plant-based alternatives to products manufactured with petrochemicals. Spero utilizes its proprietary technology to unlock the resources of readily available biomass for making natural, environmentally-friendly, and cost effective products.

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