Circular Economy
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The transistors of the future could be produced from lignin
Lignin, a paper industry waste, could be a resource to build green and sustainable transistors. A study of the Universities…
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Enzymatic recycling makes it possible to break down the most difficult plastic
With enzymatic recycling it may be possible to break down more economically the most difficult to degrade plastics,, such as…
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Biodegradable plastic in a few days
From the chemistry laboratories of the University of Constance a new plastic, developed with "breaking points" that make it biodegradable…
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Tiny home: the smart, transformable and green houseboat
A floating tiny home, equipped with all services and capable of feeding itself with renewable energy
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From Taiwan 96% recyclable solar panel easy to disassemble
Industrial Technology Research Institute and United Renewable Energy designed recyclable solar panel in all its materials, including silicon
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Recycled PPE for stronger concrete made with masks, gloves and coats
A study by RMIT University used recycled PPE such as nitrile gloves, plastic coats and disposable masks to produce 22%…
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PET-like biopolyester created from agricultural waste
EPFL scientists demonstrated the direct transformation of inedible lignocellulosic sugars into a plastic precursor
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Plastic Upcycling, what if 3D printing uses waste?
Developed a plastic upcycling approach that adds value to waste for reuse in additive manufacturing or 3D printing
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Plastic recycling: studied the super worms that can digest polystyrene
A group of researchers from the University of Queensland found that the larvae of the Zophobas Morio beetle can eat…
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