E04 Zack Kong - Founder 2050

Zack Kong is the Founder and CEO of 2050 and Originnovation. With roots in the Greater Bay Area (GBA), 2050 and Originnovation design and manufacture edible-grade, fully compostable single-use kitchen utensils, pioneering a future free of microplastic pollution by 2050. This episode explored the environmental toll of disposable plastics, the science behind their innovative alternatives, and the strategic benefits of building a sustainability-focused startup in the GBA. We also compared German and Chinese approaches to circular economies and dissected 2050’s roadmap for entering European markets. Through their groundbreaking material innovations and cross-border collaborations, Zack’s team is redefining how everyday products can harmonize planetary health with human convenience.

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