"We are honoured to have Larry join our board of directors. With his extensive knowledge of the chemicals market, Larry represents a strong addition to Enerkem's board of directors", said Vincent Chornet, President and CEO of Enerkem. "We will benefit from his global industry expertise as we strengthen our leadership in biofuels and chemicals."
Larry MacDonald was Senior Vice President and CFO when he retired from NOVA Chemicals in December 2009.
"Enerkem's technology platform has the potential to be used in a range of applications in both the biofuels and renewable chemicals markets", said Larry MacDonald. "I certainly look forward to working with this team and contributing to the company's success."
Mr. MacDonald's appointment to Enerkem's board of directors is effective today.
About Enerkem
Enerkem develops biofuels and chemicals from waste. With its proprietary thermochemical technology, Enerkem converts abundantly available municipal solid waste (mixed textiles, plastics, fibers, wood and other non-recyclable waste materials) into chemical-grade syngas, and then methanol, ethanol and other chemical intermediates that form everyday products. By using waste instead of fossil fuels, Enerkem addresses the growing demand for renewable energy sources and chemicals, while reducing landfill volumes and greenhouse gas emissions. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company currently operates both a pilot and a commercial demonstration facility in Quebec, has its first waste-to-biofuels full-scale commercial plant under construction in Edmonton, Alberta, and is developing several similar facilities in the U.S. and Canada that will convert municipal solid waste into biofuels and chemicals. www.enerkemweb.wpengine.com
Marie-Hélène Labrie
Vice President, Government Affairs and Communications
ENERKEM INC.
514 875-0284, x. 231
mlabrie@enerkem.com
