Scott Trenor is Technical Director at The Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR). He is leading efforts on APR programs in design for recycling, recyclability testing protocols and global harmonization of packaging design protocols. Prior to joining APR, he was involved in R&D and Sustainability at Milliken & Company and Kraton Polymers giving him 20 years of experience in the polymer industry. His experience includes the discovery, development and commercialization of novel polymers and polymer additives as well as in technology acquisition and licensing. Scott earned his Ph.D. in Macromolecular Science and Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2004.