From Plastic to Metabolite: Scientists Trace PLA’s Surprising Path Through Living Systems​

​​June 11, 2025 -​​ ​​Breakthrough Study Reveals Hidden Journey of PLA Microplastics in Mammalian Systems​​ A landmark study from China’s National Center for Nanoscience and Technology has decoded the metabolic fate of polylactic acid (PLA) microplastics, challenging assumptions about biodegradable plastic safety. ​​Key Discoveries​​ Using cutting-edge isotopic tracing, Professor Chen Chunying’s team documented how: “PLA…

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Sulzer and Sika Unveil 50-50 Joint Venture to Tackle Europe’s Construction Plastic Waste Crisis

June 6, 2025 – Two Swiss industrial powerhouses, Sulzer and Sika, have recently announced a strategic partnership to establish a joint venture aimed at driving technological innovation in architectural plastic recycling. This collaboration marks a pivotal stride for Europe’s construction industry in its transition toward a circular economy. Under the signed memorandum of understanding, the…

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Texas Plastic Recycling Plant in Crosshairs as Trump Admin Cancels $375M for Eastman’s Pyrolysis Tech

June 4, 2025 – A seismic shift in U.S. energy policy has sent shockwaves through industries, after the Department of Energy abruptly canceled $3.7 billion in clean energy subsidies in late May. The move directly impacts 24 approved projects, including Eastman Chemical’s $1.2 billion waste plastic chemical recycling plant in Texas, which loses $375 million…

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​​Chemical Recycling Milestone: A $100B Market Just Got Real​

May 30, 2025 -Plastic Waste Gets New Life: Alterra’s Breakthrough Validated in Major Refinery Test AsiaMB Exclusive – The color masterbatch industry may soon access a new stream of recycled materials following Alterra’s successful industrial validation of its plastic-to-fuel technology. In a landmark trial at Viva Energy’s Geelong refinery, 9.5 tons of plastic pyrolysis oil…

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Policy, Innovation and Giants: How Jieshou Became China’s Plastic Recycling Hub

May 27, 2025 – The “China (Jieshou) Circular Economy Development Index (2024)” has been recently released. The data indicates that in 2024, Jieshou’s circular economy industry witnessed a remarkable upsurge, with its industry index soaring to 196.76 points, nearly doubling within four years. Relying on scientific planning and innovation – driven strategies, Jieshou’s plastic recycling…

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Plastic Packaging: From Invisible Convenience to Eco-Conscious Evolution

May 26, 2025 – Plastic Packaging: The “Invisible Force” of Modern Life and Its Journey Toward Green Transformation In contemporary society, plastic packaging materials and containers have seamlessly integrated into every aspect of daily life. From the food on supermarket shelves to the medications in home medicine cabinets, and from daily necessities to electronic gadgets,…

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From River Barriers to Circular Economy: How Nations Are Combating the 2 Billion-Ton Waste Crisis

May 23, 2025 – A recent report from the United Nations Environment Programme reveals a stark reality: the annual global production of urban solid waste has now exceeded 2 billion tons, with plastic pollution steadily wreaking havoc on Earth’s ecosystems. In this worldwide battle against “white pollution,” nations are deploying innovative strategies to chart new…

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From Plastic to Paper: Exploring the Spectrum of Food Packaging Materials

May 20, 2025 – In our daily lives, food packaging bags serve an indispensable role, safeguarding the freshness and safety of food while offering consumers unparalleled convenience in carrying and using products. Given the diverse preservation needs of various food items, understanding the classification of food packaging bag materials is crucial. Plastic packaging bags, among…

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