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New Biodegradable Plastic Invention Leaves No Microplastics Behind
Researchers have recently developed a biodegradable plastic that contains no microplastics. It is still durable and can be fully recycled.
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Science invention
Startup invents 'speedy' self-decomposing plastic, 'poured' nearly 1 million USD
Products from the compound PVA (Polyvinyl alcohol) only take 30 - 60 minutes to dissolve in warm water (70 degrees Celsius).
Environment
Plastic fishing gear can decompose with sunlight
To solve the plastic waste that pollutes the marine environment, US scientists have developed a new form of polymer that is highly durable in seawater but can decompose…
Scientific application
Vietnam produces biodegradable plastic bags into ... water
In less than 3 years, the bag will decompose into water and CO2, easily penetrating the soil, bringing nutrients to the plants.
Environment
Young girl preparing plastic bag that decomposes in a few weeks from skin and fish scales
Although it looks a lot like plastic, the initial test results show that it is tougher and stronger than normal plastic bags, and is safe for the environment.
New technology
Successfully manufactured biodegradable plastic materials
Scientists have created a new material combining silk and wood pulp that has similar properties to plastic, but is biodegradable and environmentally friendly.
Oceanography
The ocean is called for by biodegradable plastic
The ocean called for help by billions of kilograms of plastic floated on the surface of the sea, there was a material that was difficult to decompose and decomposed at a…
Biology
Detection of bacteria capable of biodegradable plastic
A group of researchers at the Kyoto Institute of Technology (Japan) has discovered a new bacterium that is capable of producing a very effective plastic destruction enzy…
Biology
Biodegradable shoes
Most footwear is now made of materials that are difficult to decompose. This has been overcome by two Dutch entrepreneurs Christiaan Maats Dirk, Jan Oudshoom, owner of O…
Scientific application
Hanoi University of Technology successfully researched self-destructing plastic bags made from cassava flour
Using plastic bags is now a problem that makes environmental experts headache to find solutions.
Environment
Waste of biodegradable plastics produces greenhouse gases
This study published in the August 1 issue of PLOS ONE raises concerns about the impact of this phenomenon on climate change.
Environment
Produce 100% organic biodegradable plastic bags, environmentally friendly
Many cities in India have restricted or banned the use of plastic bags completely, which has been welcomed by those interested in the environment.
Environment
Biodegradable plastics help reduce environmental pollution
Center for Plastics - Rubber Engineering and Energy Management Training in Ho Chi Minh City and Multibeauty Company has just introduced biodegradable plastic materials -…
New technology
Self-destructable wood from rice hulls
Synthetic plastic chairs, synthetic carpets and biodegradable plastic bags in the future will be made from waste rather than oil.