The Cool Down

Scientists make mind-blowing discovery that could revolutionize what happens to old plastic: 'Could help close the loop'

It's called mechanochemical recycling, which IE explained "is a process that uses physical impacts rather than heat or harsh ...
Produce Grower

Editorial Director Kelli Rodda on plastic packaging alternatives for fresh produce

As the fresh produce industry looks into alternate packaging materials to plastic, Editorial Director Kelli Rodda gets ...
科学技術振興機構

Exclusive Chemical Conversion of PET, Bottles, Textiles, and Plastic Waste Mixtures

Professor Kotohiro Nomura’s research group at Tokyo Metropolitan University has developed an efficient method for the exclusive depolymerization of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) *1, PET bottles and ...
Waste Advantage Magazine

Pasadena, CA City Council to Consider Purchasing 7,000 New Refuse Containers

The City is preparing to spend up to $375,000 to purchase 7,000 new automated refuse containers from Toter LLC, extending a 30-year partnership aimed at keeping the city’s waste collection system ...