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Plastic waste eaten by enzymes
Feb 29, 2024
Discover how a newly found enzyme may revolutionize plastic recycling, breaking down tough plastics like PET. Explore the potential of enzymes in recycling large amounts of plastic waste, including durable plastics like PET and nylon by 2025.
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- Chemical recycling with enzymes can break down strong plastics like PET, creating new plastic products.
- Less than 10% of global plastic waste is recycled, introducing the need for more efficient recycling solutions.
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Chemical Recycling: Turning Old Plastic into New
Chemical recycling is introduced as a groundbreaking solution to address the issue of plastic waste. Unlike mechanical recycling that results in lower quality products through downcycling, chemical recycling uses enzymes to break down plastic into basic building blocks, which are then used to create new plastic. The discovery of the enzyme LCC has shown promise in breaking down strong plastics like PET, potentially revolutionizing the recycling process.
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