Tire Conversion Technologies (TCT) has been advancing rapidly in the global solar industry with its innovative rubber-recycled products. With high friction testing results on the horizon and a new partnership with Walmart focused on achieving the company’s Eco Label, PES caught up with Jillian Laurenzo Ketcham, Director of US Sales, to discuss these developments.
PES: Perhaps a good place to start today Jillian would be to ask about your recent partnership with Walmart. How did this come about, and what unique opportunities does it present for TCT?
Jillian Laurenzo Ketcham: Yes, Tire Conversion has been speaking to parts of the Walmart team responsible for sourcing product development and sustainability, in their automotive division for over three years. Like most high profile companies in the retail sector, there is a growing push from Walmart to offer more US-made, sustainable products, and our three launch products, which include a range of jack pads and wheel chocks, all replace virgin synthetic rubber or plastic alternatives.
