Jason DesVeaux

Jason DesVeaux is a Researcher III in Chemical Engineering at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), working within the Catalytic Carbon Transformation and Scale-Up Center. His research program focuses on evaluating the economic and environmental feasibility of plastics deconstruction technologies and redesigned polymers through process modeling, techno-economic analysis, and life cycle assessment.

Dr. DesVeaux's core research interests include:

• Advanced polymers and plastics recycling systems
• Techno-economic analysis of emerging sustainable technologies
• Life cycle assessment methodologies for materials and processes
• Sustainable chemical engineering solutions for circular economy
• Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling innovations

His recent publication record demonstrates significant contributions to high-impact journals, with research trends showing increasing focus on enzymatic recycling processes, carbon fiber recovery, and hybrid polyester development. The work consistently bridges technical feasibility with economic viability and environmental sustainability considerations.

As part of NREL's Catalytic Carbon Transformation and Scale-Up Center, Dr. DesVeaux collaborates with multidisciplinary research teams advancing scalable solutions for plastics waste management. His research has attracted attention from news outlets and academic readership, with several papers generating significant social media discussion and Mendeley readership.