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Tag · Circular-Economy
Stories tagged “circular-economy”
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Science
Engineered Algae Can Now Pull Microplastics From Water
A University of Missouri researcher has engineered algae that attract and capture microplastics in water — then convert the collected plastic into reusable bioplastic films.
Technology
Mushroom-Inspired Catalyst Converts Plastic Waste Into Vinegar Using Sunlight
Scientists at the University of Waterloo have developed a sunlight-powered system inspired by wood-rotting fungi that can transform common plastic waste directly into acetic acid — the key ingredient in vinegar and a valuable industrial chemical.
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European Union Bans Destruction of Unsold Clothing and Shoes in Landmark Sustainability Move
The European Union has introduced groundbreaking regulations prohibiting companies from destroying unsold textiles and footwear, marking a major step toward a circular economy and reducing the fashion industry's environmental footprint.
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New Orleans Is Reinventing Mardi Gras Beads With Plantable Seeds and Sugar Cane
Scientists and nonprofits are replacing toxic plastic Mardi Gras beads with biodegradable alternatives made from sugar cane byproducts and embedded with flower seeds.