The startup’s upcycled material, which it calls Lifecycled TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), is made by breaking down polyethylene plastic into its basic building blocks, called monomers.

Upcycling is more popular (and more important) now than ever. Sustainability experts break down what this means and how you can get involved.

A team led by Virginia Tech researchers has developed a new method for upcycling plastics into high-value chemicals known as surfactants, which are used to create soap, detergent, and more.

Closed-loop additive manufacturing fueled by upcycled plastic Date: June 13, 2022 Source: DOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory Summary: Researchers have developed an upcycling approach that adds ...

Around 120 grams to 130 grams of plastic can make 100 grams of soap, Liu said. “In terms of an environmental greenhouse gas reduction, this is a great approach,” Liu said.

Polyethylene, or PE, is one of the most commonly produced plastics in the world. It is used primarily for making grocery bags, trash bags and packaging films and wraps as well as food containers, ...