Patrick Neumann
PCEP Board Member
Managing Director Van Werven Plastic Recycling Holding
Patrick is a business economist by training with over 10 years’ experience in the chemical and plastics sector. In the last 4 years Patrick is dedicated to the development of circular plastics in the recycling sector. As of 2022 he is putting his efforts to reduce the CO2 footprint by enabling collaboration along the plastics value chain, trying to reduce the overall consumption of fossil-based plastics in the conversion. With his experience in the virgin but also circular plastics business, Patrick understands the needs and challenges in both markets. With his shift into the waste management and recycling sector his dedication for a more sustainable way of living and advocacy for waste management in his private life sparked, wanting to leave a positive impact with his professional activities.