Recycling

LOWPOLY repurposes spent coffee grounds (SCGs) into functional furniture through large-format 3D printing.

Researchers from New Zealand developed a method to transform commercial-grade silicone into a repairable vitrimer by incorporating elemental sulfur.

When we hear “recycled,” we often assume that the material originated from previously used products. However, “recycled” is evolving in rotomolding, driven by the need for more sustainable practices, market demand, and regulatory pressures.

In response to the shifting demands of the rotational molding industry, companies are developing pioneering technologies to reduce cycle times and integrate recycled content into advanced materials.

Incorporating recycled rubber as a filler in carbon black for NR/BR/SBR ternary blends offers a sustainable solution for the automotive tire industry, enhancing both performance and environmental impact.

Researchers have developed Covalent Adaptable Networks (CANs) for Carbon Nanotube reinforcement. These networks feature chemically reversible crosslinks, making them an option for producing recyclable thermosets.

Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have pioneered an innovative solution for sustainable wind energy.

Vinyl building materials have been essential in the construction industry. However, the environmental challenges associated with them have prompted an increasing focus on recycling efforts to minimize their impact.

Seawool is produced by grinding oyster shells into nanobeads combined with recycled polyester. This process upcycles the waste material, sparking a fabric revolution in sustainable textiles.

Plastics such as PTFE flood the medical industry daily. Examining PTFE’s past and present guides us towards its sustainable future.

Researchers at James Cook University have developed a groundbreaking method to convert microplastics into graphene.

Denmark leads in environmental initiatives, including recycling Styrofoam (EPS). Widely used in packaging and insulation, expanded polystyrene presents significant challenges in waste management.