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Enzymes could unlock biological recycling of difficult plastic waste
New reporting highlights how engineered enzymes could enable biological recycling of plastics that are currently difficult to process, offering a potential alternative to incineration and landfill. The approach suggests certain enzymes can break down stubborn plastic polymers into reusable components. Observers see it as a promising step for waste management, though questions remain about scaling and cost.
Why now: Growing concern over plastic pollution is driving interest in new recycling technologies.
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