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Scientists make major breakthrough that could transform what happens to common waste: 'A new industry standard"

Scientists make major breakthrough that could transform what happens to common waste: 'A new industry standard"6+ hour, 1+ min ago   (372+ words) The overwhelming amount of plastic used every day has created a massive pollution problem worldwide. Thankfully, many recycling companies are working on long-term solutions. Cirrec is a waste management brand that focuses on making food packaging fully circular. Based in…...

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Researchers make groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize what happens to common household waste: 'Powerful"

Researchers make groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize what happens to common household waste: 'Powerful"1+ day, 6+ hour ago   (384+ words) Scientists have figured out how to turn used cooking oil into a plastic alternative, according to research published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society. This alternative performs as well as traditional polyethylene but can break down and be…...

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Scientists discover incredible way to make plastic materials nearly indestructible — and then completely disappear

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (338+ words) "Future research can build on these results." Researchers have advanced their knowledge in developing plant biomass-derived polymers that can be used as plastic alternatives, potentially reducing plastic waste and promoting a circular economy." A study published in Nature shared that…...

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Scientists unlock groundbreaking process capable of transforming garbage into 'high-end product': 'This is … like a diamond"

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (383+ words) Researchers were optimistic about the future of this new method. Yale researchers have discovered a new way to recycle plastic. According to the New Haven Register, the end result could help important supply chains The method outlined in the research…...

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Scientists make groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize solar panels: 'High efficiency"

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (409+ words) It could bring increased options for homeowners. A team of researchers at the National University of Singapore has discovered a method for improving the durability of perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells, helping to unlock the potential of this emerging technology." The…...

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Officials sign groundbreaking petition urging US agency to control invisible threat lurking in our water: 'Everyone is entitled to know"

Officials sign groundbreaking petition urging US agency to control invisible threat lurking in our water: 'Everyone is entitled to know"1+ mon, 2+ day ago   (417+ words) "We need more epidemiological studies." Politicians are no longer staying on the sidelines for the microplastics conversation.The latest evidence is a petition led by New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy that asked the Environmental Protection Agency to get the wheels…...

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thecooldown.com > green-tech > brick-kiln-pollution-reduction-bangladesh

Researchers discover promising solution for serious health issue caused by factories: 'Leaving open the possibility for win-win solutions"

Researchers discover promising solution for serious health issue caused by factories: 'Leaving open the possibility for win-win solutions"7+ mon, 6+ day ago   (606+ words) "The industry has not experienced much innovation." Researchers have found that implementing simple changes to enhance energy efficiency at brick kilns in Bangladesh could significantly reduce pollution and improve air quality." According to a news release from Boston University, brick…...