ABOUT AMERICARBON
Who We Are
AmeriCarbon understands coal and how to extract its highest value. We can utilize a wide variety including lignite, sub-bituminous, and bituminous, including coal wastes as a feedstock to enable the manufacturing of valuable carbon products and critical materials for diverse applications. The story of AmeriCarbon starts with this unique mineral…carbon ore…formed over 300 million years ago. For millennia, coal was used simply as a combustible fuel before usage ramped up during the Industrial Revolution for power production and steel manufacturing.
We have other plans for it.
AmeriCarbon formed from a vision to unlock coal’s true potential – not as a fossil fuel, but as an element that can be manipulated for material use. Carbon – the primary ingredient that composes coal – is the most versatile element on the periodic table. AmeriCarbon recognizes that versatility is the key to maximizing the way we use coal.
From the production of advanced materials like carbon fiber and graphene to rechargeable batteries, AmeriCarbon’s patented Eco-Pitchᵀᴹ is revolutionizing the way coal is used in America.
“The AmeriCarbon process is an opportunity to transform our region and create a domestic supply chain for these advanced carbon materials.”
- Greg Henthorn, Vice President of Corporate Development
OUR TEAM
DAVE BERRY
Dave Berry is a highly accomplished scientist and manager with 34+ years of expertise in chemical conversion and catalysis. He served as Associate Director at the DOE National Energy Technology Laboratory, where he oversaw research in power generation, hydrocarbon conversion, turbines, fuel cells, gasification, and more. Berry managed NETL's solid oxide fuel cell program and played a key role in technology transfer and patent licensing. He's authored numerous journal papers, book chapters, and has numerous patented inventions, several of which that have been commercially licensed.
Chief Executive Officer
Greg Henthorn
Chief Business Officer
Greg Henthorn is a seasoned business executive specializing in corporate and project finance. With a strong focus on innovative companies in energy, chemical manufacturing, and environmental sustainability, he has secured over $100 million in debt and equity financing from various sources. Henthorn is a multifaceted professional skilled in commercial transactions and forming strategic alliances. He holds degrees in chemical engineering, business, and law from West Virginia University, where he also teaches as an adjunct professor in the Energy and Land Management program. Additionally, he actively supports regional economic development through his role on the Board of Directors of TechConnect West Virginia.
W. Chad Green
W. Chad Green is a 21-year finance and accounting executive with a strong entrepreneurial background. He's held key positions at Antero Resources, Antero Midstream (formerly VP of Finance), and Deloitte (Audit). With expertise in strategic financial planning, operational analysis, and financial reporting, Mr. Green played a vital role in the IPOs of Antero entities (NYSE: AR, AM, AMGP) and raised over $4 billion in capital from both private and public markets. He's managed M&A/A&D transactions exceeding $1 billion and boasts an extensive network of connections in finance, accounting, and energy. He earned his B.S. in Accounting from Colorado State University.
Chief Financial Officer
Chetan Tambe, Ph.D
Dr. Chetan Tambe is a Senior Engineer at AmeriCarbon, specializing in energy-efficient carbon product manufacturing from coal. Prior to this, he spent 5 years as a Research Scientist at Cardolite Corporation (PA), where he developed innovative hydrogenation technology, leading to the expansion of the company's product lines. He also managed the pilot-plant scale-up of these technologies and fostered research collaborations with academic institutions. Dr. Tambe holds a Ph.D. from Michigan State University, focusing on sustainable biobased materials. During his Ph.D. program, he undertook internships at Coca-Cola and Sherwin Williams, contributing to polymerization process optimization and next-gen packaging materials. His academic work has resulted in numerous peer-reviewed publications, a book chapter, and five patents. He earned his BS in Chemical Engineering from the Institute of Chemical Technology (India).
Senior Engineer
Robert Wentz
Robert Wentz is the founder of PointSquared Ventures and Stonewall Capital, where he invests in the technology, energy, and data analytics sectors. He's also the founder of Stonewall Energy, an energy exploration and support holding company, encompassing American Energy Holdings and STE Energy. Previously, Mr. Wentz served as the Executive Chairman of Allegheny Science & Technology (AST), an engineering and technology firm supporting mission-critical R&D for government agencies. He co-founded AST in 2009 and led it to become a 6-time INC 500 fastest-growing company before his departure in 2020. Prior to AST, he founded Information Research Corporation (IRC), a software development and engineering company serving the Department of Defense and NASA. Mr. Wentz holds a degree in Computer and Electrical Engineering from West Virginia University and earned an MBA from the WVU School of Business & Economics.
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Join the Americarbon team
With a growing list of customers and partners being added to our portfolio, we’re also looking to grow our talented team. If you’re someone who’s passionate about innovation and solving difficult challenges, view our open positions and reach out to us today.
We’re changing the way people think about and use coal.