Dan knew that plastic is, at its elemental level, essentially petroleum in a suspended form. So he set out to solve the issue of extracting that energy.
Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory developed an electrochemical process using carbon and copper spikes to convert carbon dioxide into ethanol.
Debbie, co-founder of Caris Inc. and Dan’s wife, uses her horticulture background to address climate challenges in agriculture and global environmental change.
Julie is a retired nurse, long time resident of Merced, and knows just about everyone. She brings attention to detail, responsiveness, and precision to the team. She joined the team mid 2020 and acts as the Funding Coordinator.
Susan's background in hotel management allows her to organize and manage all aspects of Caris Inc., from the business plan, to the timeline, to marketing materials. She joined the team in late 2019, and acts as the Controller.
Dan Caris’s extensive experience in manufacturing, engineering, and product development qualifies him to lead the Carismatic Generator’s market introduction.