Inspired by natural polymers like DNA, chemists have devised a way to engineer plastic so it breaks down when it is no longer needed, rather than polluting the environment ...

A thermoplastic form of chitosan retains biological activity, enabling molded biodegradable plastics that store enzymes or ...

The company says its melt flow modifiers optimize PP processing efficiency, product quality and sustainability for the ...

Researchers have discovered a low-energy way to recycle Teflon® by using mechanical motion and sodium metal. The process turns the notoriously durable plastic into sodium fluoride that can be reused ...

Climate change conditions turn plastics into more mobile, persistent, and hazardous pollutants. This is done by speeding up ...

Microplastics are already an environmental and health threat, but as the world heats up, they are becoming a much bigger and more hazardous problem, according to a new analysis ...

Sustainable materials: There is a strong shift toward recyclable and biodegradable polymer. Manufacturers are increasingly integrating post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic into their liner designs and ...

“This research shows that it is possible to protect crops using biodegradable materials that reduce both pesticide use and ...

Discover innovative ways to recycle plastic and create useful items. Perfect for eco-conscious individuals and DIY enthusiasts. Step-by-step ideas to repurpose plastic creatively. Save resources and ...

Several new projects turn waste into food for microbes that create PHA, a type of plastic that fully decomposes on its own, offering a less costly alternative to current bioplastics. This fork made of ...

Talks aimed at a global treaty to cut plastic pollution fizzled in Geneva this week, with no agreement to meaningfully reduce the harms to human health and the environment that come with the millions ...

I used plastic food containers for most of my life — they’re affordable and accessible at most of the grocery stores I frequent. But, in recent years I’ve learned more about the potential dangers ...