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A new plastic made from DNA, biodegradable and easy to recycle
At a time when pollution represents a growing threat to the future of the planet, it is essential to improve our recycling processes.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 30, 2021


'Floating continent' could collect and recycle plastic from the ocean
'The 8th continent' is an award-winning design that recycles ocean plastic and is completely self-sustainable.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 30, 2021


Canadian designer develops sustainable sneakers that grow into an apple tree
Tackling plastic pollution is the principle purpose behind the new shoe, but they also help the environment by aiding in reforestation.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 27, 2021


Turning plastic grocery bags into sustainable fuel
More than 300 million tons of plastic waste are produced annually, which causes serious environmental issues because of plastic's life cycle
Joseph Shavit
Nov 4, 2021


Using ocean plastic waste to power ocean cleanup ships
Plastic amassing in floating islands in the oceans could be used to power the ships that are sent to clean them up.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 3, 2021


Plastic-eating bacteria could help aid global recycling efforts
PET plastic has long been a concern due to the sheer volume of plastic created globally and its impact on the environment.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 31, 2021


'Friendship Cabins': The future of outdoor dining made from recycled plastic bottles
On the street outside Peaches Kitchen & Bar, two translucent outdoor dining structures are now standing like oversized glowing lanterns.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 25, 2021


Meet the Buddhist monk making PPE and robes out of recycled plastic bottles
Phra Mahapranom Dhammalangkaro made it his mission to turn the city’s plastic waste into robes and PPE for all of Thailand.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 4, 2021


New innovation eliminates plastic waste as the asphalt hits the road
Each year in the United States, millions of tons of plastic waste are discarded and not recycled, leading to serious environmental problems.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 29, 2021


Company recycles and converts waste plastic water bottles destined for landfills into roads
Plastic packaging is a huge problem in the US, and a main contributor to the 80 million tonnes worth of waste being produced each year
Joseph Shavit
Aug 16, 2021


Airline cabin crew's new uniforms made from recycled plastic bottles
easyJet has announced that it is introducing a new uniform for cabin crew and pilots, each made from around 45 recycled plastic bottles
Joseph Shavit
Aug 11, 2021


Eco-friendly plastic from cellulose and water
Gottingen University researchers create new kind of environmentally friendly bioplastic with hydroplastic polymers
Joseph Shavit
Jul 24, 2021


'Plugging in' to produce environmentally friendly bioplastics
Agriculture byproducts can help produce eco-friendly, economical and environmentally friendly biodegradable plastics.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 4, 2021


Turning plastic into foam to combat pollution
Researchers develop a method to reuse previously nonrecyclable plastic.
Joseph Shavit
Jul 1, 2021


A novel way to create vanilla flavoring through recycled plastic
Scientists devised a novel way of tackling the plastic pollution issue by using bacteria to transform plastic waste into vanilla flavoring
Joseph Shavit
Jun 10, 2021


The Brighter 5: Five important non-profits looking to clean our oceans
In support of Oceans Day, The Brighter Side of News has compiled a list of five top non-profit organizations that support ocean cleanup
Joseph Shavit
Jun 8, 2021


How bubbles are being used in Amsterdam to catch canal plastic
wall of bubbles can intercept plastics in rivers and canals without blocking the passage of boats and marine wildlife.
Joseph Shavit
Jun 8, 2021


Jason Momoa Takes A Stand Against Single-Use Plastics In Hollywood
Seeing the entertainment industry take meaningful steps toward sustainability is a passion of mine and one of the reasons I founded Mananalu
Joseph Shavit
Jun 4, 2021


Student' Innovative Idea Turns Plastic Waste into Durable, Low-Cost Tile
PET bottles are barely (less than 30%) recycled in America, a country that has the infrastructure to recycle it.
Joseph Shavit
Apr 30, 2021


Researchers report possible solutions for hard-to-recycle plastic waste
Millions of tons of plastic end up in landfills every year. It's a big societal problem and an even larger environmental threat.
Joseph Shavit
Apr 26, 2021
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