PolyGone Systems, a pioneer in removing microplastics from waterways, has achieved a major milestone: Co-Founders Nathaniel Banks and Yidian Liu have been honored with the Emerging Tech Award at the 46th Annual Edison Patent Awards presented by the Research & Development Council of New Jersey. This high-profile recognition highlights PolyGone's leadership in addressing one of the planet's most pressing environmental challenges: microplastic pollution.

The Edison Patent Awards represent New Jersey’s highest honor for invention and innovation, with recipients being carefully selected by members of the New Jersey R&D Council. Banks and Liu were recognized for their groundbreaking microplastic filtration technology.

The R&D Council acknowledged the system's real-world environmental impact, noting that PolyGone's innovative solution, launched in partnership with the Atlantic County Utilities Authority, has successfully removed over 580 million microplastics from New Jersey's waterways to date.

“Being one of the honored recipients reflects the New Jersey state research community’s conviction in the work we are doing at PolyGone. With previous recipients including Nobel Laureates and Fortune 100 executives, it is truly a privilege to have been selected,” said Nathaniel Banks, Co-Founder and CEO of PolyGone Systems.

PolyGone Systems is deeply honored to receive this prestigious award. This recognition fuels the team’s passion and commitment to the environment and human health. PolyGone is eager to lead the future innovation of clean water solutions for every community across the globe, with an ultimate goal to guide the planet toward a sustainable future.