In a world overrun with plastic waste, the potential hero may arise from the humble realm of fungi. With between two and four million species worldwide, these often overlooked creatures hold possibilities ranging from alternative building materials to cleansing environmental … [Read more...] about Are mushrooms Mother Nature’s built-in solution to plastic pollution?
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Nigerian school accepts plastic bottles as payment for tuition fees
A school in Nigeria is taking an innovative approach to tackle the problem of plastic waste while also promoting education. The Morit International School, located in Ajegunle, a densely populated area of Lagos, Nigeria, has launched an initiative that allows students to pay … [Read more...] about Nigerian school accepts plastic bottles as payment for tuition fees
Ingenious chemical process turns non-recyclable PVC into useful materials
Chemical advances continue to bring new materials into the domain of recyclability, and new research from a team at the University of Michigan has targeted one of the most difficult to reuse. The researchers created a method for transforming scrap PVC (polyvinyl chloride) into … [Read more...] about Ingenious chemical process turns non-recyclable PVC into useful materials
Wax worm spit: a promising weapon in the fight against plastic pollution
The saliva of wax worms, the beehive-infesting larvae of wax moths, has incredible power. Apparently, it contains enzymes that quickly degrade plastic bags— an item we all know plagues our planet. The enzymes—the first known to break down polyethylene in a matter of hours at … [Read more...] about Wax worm spit: a promising weapon in the fight against plastic pollution
Origami-style water bottle can fold to fit in your pocket
If you push down on certain points on the new reusable water bottle called the Origami Bottle, the container collapses, folding up so it can easily fit in your bag or even squeeze inside your pocket. The design makes use of a unique geometrical structure that’s sturdy when … [Read more...] about Origami-style water bottle can fold to fit in your pocket