The Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub of the United States

The Greater Akron Region has been a center for the world’s polymer industry for over a century, and continues to drive global innovation and shape the local economy.

The Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub of the United States

The Greater Akron Region has been a center for the world’s polymer industry for over a century, and continues to drive global innovation and shape the local economy.

The Polymer Industry Cluster Initiative was launched at the start of 2021 to conduct a deeper examination of the region’s polymer industry and develop a framework to achieve its full potential.

Events

A signature event of the Polymer Industry Cluster that develops and promotes a shared, industry-driven vision for Northeast Ohio’s polymer industry.

Polymer Industry Cluster Networking Reception

An opportunity to bring together industry leaders to build and strengthen connections across the region. 

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RFQ for Polymer Industry Cluster innovation pilot facility

Polymer Industry Cluster Selects Hans Dorfi as Executive Director and Chief Innovation Officer

Newsletter

Tech Hubs | U.S. Economic Development Administration | Official Designee

The Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub

The Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub seeks to advance global decarbonization through innovation and equitable economic growth by bringing new polymer technologies to market that reduce fossil fuel consumption. 

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Greater Akron Polymer Innovation Hub

The University of Akron, Kent State University, Bounce Innovation Hub, and the Greater Akron Chamber seek to accelerate impactful industry-driven R&D, support the commercialization of new innovations, and support workforce development efforts to fuel industry growth with regional talent. The $31.25 million award through Ohio’s Innovation Hubs Program will be matched by $10.4 million in local investment.