New protein-based system streamlines enzyme reuse for plastic recycling
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - 14:38
in Physics & Chemistry
Enzymatic recycling has gained traction in recent years as a greener alternative to traditional plastic recycling techniques, which often rely on energy-intensive mechanical or chemical processes. Enzymes can selectively break down polymers like PET—commonly found in bottles and food packaging—into their basic building blocks.