Iron catalyst turns plastic waste into vinegar using sunlight
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a solar-powered method to convert plastic waste into acetic acid,…
The process powering future carbon materials
A comprehensive review of biomass torrefaction as a versatile platform for the synthesis of functional carbon materials image:…
BMW’s mechanical recycling keeps battery materials in active use
The BMW Group has launched a new battery recycling facility in Germany aimed at keeping battery raw materials…
This startup turns straw into sustainable pulp, and it’s ready to scale
Every year in Canada, 30 million tonnes of wheat straw left over from harvesting gets left on farmers’…
Scientists discover incredible way to make plastic materials nearly indestructible — and then completely disappear
Researchers have advanced their knowledge in developing plant biomass-derived polymers that can be used as plastic alternatives, potentially…
Scientists discover incredible way to make plastic materials nearly indestructible — and then completely disappear
Researchers have advanced their knowledge in developing plant biomass-derived polymers that can be used as plastic alternatives, potentially…
‘I thought it was too good to be true’
A new startup is revolutionizing how textile and plastic waste are recycled, cutting costs and improving efficiency. MacroCycle…
Spend less, eat healthier, declutter: Simple New Year’s resolutions that are also kind to the planet
By Kiki Sideris with AP Published on 01/01/2026 – 9:15 GMT+1 Here’s some good news as the holidays wrap up: Many…
Startup makes game-changing breakthrough that could transform what happens to common waste: ‘Brings new life’
Aluminum is a powerful material that’s easy to recycle, and one startup is dedicated to making the process…
New state-of-the-art facility could help solve major issue with common waste: ‘Missing link’
A newly opened recycling plant in Norway is using artificial intelligence to help sort packaging plastics, effectively removing…
Extending the Lifespan of Materials: Circularity and Recyclability as Part of the Design
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BMW Group and Encory launch innovative direct recycling to recover battery raw materials
Munich/Salching. The new Cell Recycling Competence Center (CRCC) in Salching in Lower Bavaria has now been officially commissioned…