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Scientists find microbes that can break down plastic in the cold. By Jessica Mason Scientists have discovered novel strains of plastic-degrading bacteria and fungi in the Alps and the Arctic that can break down plastics at lower temperatures. What could this mean for the future of recycling? |
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Thai university makes bulletproof vests from recycled plastic. By Leah Scientists at Naresuan University in northern Thailand made bulletproof vests out of recycled plastic waste which they donated to the soldiers of Royal Thai Army Area 3 in Phitsanulok province. The vests are made from a mixture of car headlight parts, dialysis bags, rubber shoes, and plastic from the sea. |
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PVC plastics now recyclable after breakthrough by University of Michigan scientists. By Jim Daws PVC is one of the most widely used plastics in the world, but it has a major drawback: it is not recyclable. As a result, PVC has a zero percent recycling rate in the United States and ends up in landfills or incinerators. But that may soon change, thanks to a groundbreaking discovery by scientists at the University of Michigan. |
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‘Plastic-to-fuel’ plant of NMC launched in Pathardi. By Tushar Pawar https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/nashik/plastic-to-fuel-plant-of-nmc-launched-in-pathardi/articleshow/99974184.cms?from=mdr |
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The role of plastic in cost-effective product packaging. By Dipo Olowookere Packaging is crucial in protecting and preserving goods, from the smallest household items to large-scale industrial products. Dive into the various aspects of plastic packaging and its benefits, highlighting why it’s become the material of choice for numerous industries. |
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How plastics are driving innovation in automotive industry. By plastemart.com The automotive industry is a dynamic sector that has seen a significant transformation in recent years, with a heightened focus on sustainability, fuel efficiency, and cutting-edge technology. One crucial material that has played a critical role in this evolution is plastics. |
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That’s all for now. Issued in public interest by Indian Centre for Plastics in the Environment,
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