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Plastics make up 80% of all marine debris found - from what's floating on the surface to deep sea sediments - at least 40 million tons of plastic end up in the ocean every year. By 2050, there is …
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Microfibers are fibers that are of an extremely small diameter. In popular culture, “microfiber” typically refers to two things that we discuss below: Microfiber fabrics and microfiber …
When designing for recyclability, another consideration to take into account is where the waste material is coming from. As discussed earlier with post-industrial vs. post-consumer recycled content, …
Upcycling refers to the creation of new material value from waste through reuse, regeneration, recycling, and/or repurposing. Therefore, “upcycling” has become a popular industry term to market …
A couple of weeks ago, British prime minister Boris Johnson got into a bit of a pickle with some remarks ahead of the UN climate change conference, also known as COP26, which happened in Glasgow. A …
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Not all waste is equal. The reason why high-quality recycled polyester is so widely available is because there is a ready supply of clear plastic beverage bottles that have only had some water or …
Our friends at Rainlight, an international design studio with offices in New York and London, invited Dr. Andrew Dent to have a conversation surrounding plastics use in design and the design …
This document serves as a brief overview of the concepts of compostability and biodegradability as defined by existing regulations. Both terms have been defined only for plastics that are incorporated …
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