Currently, the world is suffering from environmental problems caused by plastic waste. A KAIST research team has succeeded in producing a microbial-based plastic that is biodegradable and can replace ...
Except, I. sakaiensis worked slowly, taking up to six weeks to completely break down PET. This kickstarted research into microbes and their plastic-digesting enzymes. Bioengineers began to ...
By producing Polyester Staple Fiber from plastic waste, Mumanu helps meet global environmental goals, reduces the need for new materials, and creates a sustainable resource for various industries.
The facility will use European technology from Herbold, Coperion, and Polymetrix to recycle 45,000 tonnes of PET bottles annually, transforming used plastic into food-grade products.
Plastics only began to be produced in large quantities following the second world war – but plastic pollution has since become one of the most serious threats humanity faces. By 2015, 60% of all ...