A KAIST research team has succeeded in producing a microbial-based plastic that is biodegradable and can replace existing PET bottles. A research team led by Distinguished Professor Sang Yup Lee of ...

These scientists have bioengineered a version of Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria that can break down polyethylene ...

For the study, the scientists targeted polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic, in particular, Interesting Engineering reported. PET represents just under two-thirds of our plastic waste and is ...

HydroGraph Clean Power, a certified graphene manufacturer, has announced a 'breakthrough' in plastic packaging technology ...

A research team at KAIST has developed a microbial-based biodegradable plastic that has the potential to replace polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles, representing a notable breakthrough. The ...

A hurricane "happens to be good for PET markets, in the sense that because of the hurricane, you've had a lot of emergency ...

Rather than a potential triumph, the compostable plastics we use look increasingly like a tragedy. Andy Extance looks at the ...

While the process didn't magically eliminate all the plastic, the research offered promise that it could make a difference.

By producing Polyester Staple Fiber from plastic waste, Mumanu helps meet global environmental goals, reduces the need for new materials, and creates a sustainable resource for various industries.

Chicago — PET film maker Polyplex USA LLC is putting the finishing touches on a $100 million expansion. The Decatur, ...

As the global polyethylene terephthalate (PET) packaging industry faces unprecedented regulatory pressure to reduce virgin ...