Gamechanging process breaks down plastics using only UV light
Scientists at Bath found that incorporating sugar units into polymers makes them more degradable when exposed to UV light
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JJ Shavit
- May 14, 2022
Paper or plastic? New innovation can reduce our dependence on plastic
For our sake and the environment, there is a considerable amount of research into the reduction of plastic for many and various applications
JJ Shavit
- Apr 13, 2022
Chemists harness the sun to upcycle plastic waste
Styrofoam egg cartons and many other common products are composed of polystyrene, a type of plastic that makes up a third of landfill waste.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 23, 2022
New anti-fogging coating for plastic surfaces is long-lasting and ‘self-cleans’
Scientists have developed a new type of coating that, when applied on a plastic surface, prevents fogging and ‘self-cleans’
JJ Shavit
- Feb 14, 2022
Protein-based plastics could save the oceans
A research team has now introduced a new method for the production of protein-based plastics that are easily processable and biodegradable.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 4, 2022
Save the planet with these sneakers made from coffee grounds and recycled plastic
A pair of Rens’ first-generation ‘Original’ shoes contain 300 grams of coffee waste, the equivalent to 21 cups.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 6, 2022
Breakthrough in separating plastic waste: Machines can now distinguish 12 different types of plastic
It's very difficult to tell the difference between different types of plastics, and this is what makes it difficult to separate and recycle.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 30, 2021
'Floating continent' could collect and recycle plastic from the ocean
'The 8th continent' is an award-winning design that recycles ocean plastic and is completely self-sustainable.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 27, 2021
Canadian designer develops sustainable sneakers that grow into an apple tree
Tackling plastic pollution is the principle purpose behind the new shoe, but they also help the environment by aiding in reforestation.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 3, 2021
Using ocean plastic waste to power ocean cleanup ships
Plastic amassing in floating islands in the oceans could be used to power the ships that are sent to clean them up.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 31, 2021
Plastic-eating bacteria could help aid global recycling efforts
PET plastic has long been a concern due to the sheer volume of plastic created globally and its impact on the environment.
JD Shavit
- Aug 29, 2021
New innovation eliminates plastic waste as the asphalt hits the road
Each year in the United States, millions of tons of plastic waste are discarded and not recycled, leading to serious environmental problems.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 16, 2021
Company recycles and converts waste plastic water bottles destined for landfills into roads
Plastic packaging is a huge problem in the US, and a main contributor to the 80 million tonnes worth of waste being produced each year
JJ Shavit
- Jul 4, 2021
'Plugging in' to produce environmentally friendly bioplastics
Agriculture byproducts can help produce eco-friendly, economical and environmentally friendly biodegradable plastics.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 1, 2021
Turning plastic into foam to combat pollution
Researchers develop a method to reuse previously nonrecyclable plastic.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 8, 2021
The Brighter 5: Five important non-profits looking to clean our oceans
In support of Oceans Day, The Brighter Side of News has compiled a list of five top non-profit organizations that support ocean cleanup
JJ Shavit
- Jun 8, 2021
How bubbles are being used in Amsterdam to catch canal plastic
wall of bubbles can intercept plastics in rivers and canals without blocking the passage of boats and marine wildlife.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 26, 2021
Researchers report possible solutions for hard-to-recycle plastic waste
Millions of tons of plastic end up in landfills every year. It's a big societal problem and an even larger environmental threat.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 23, 2021
NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover Extracts First Oxygen from Red Planet
The growing list of “firsts” for Perseverance, NASA’s newest six-wheeled robot on the Martian surface, includes converting some of Mars'
JJ Shavit
- Apr 22, 2021
The future looks bright for infinitely recyclable plastic
Plastics are a part of nearly every product we use on a daily basis. The average person in the U.S. generates about 100 kg of plastic waste
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