New Catalyst Could Make Mixed Plastic Recycling a Reality
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New catalyst for mixed plastic recycling sparks discussion on its potential impact.
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whyandgrowth
4 months ago
When the time comes when this will be used all over the world, there will be more pollution, we need not only a new way of recycling, but also for the people to be better.
lpln3452
4 months ago
While advancements in recycling technology are great, their overall impact is questionable when the world's most populous countries don't even sort waste and just bury or burn everything.
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