A team of researchers in South Korea has developed a bio-catalyst capable of breaking down PET plastic with unprecedented efficiency. Led by Professor Kim Kyung-jin of Kyungpook National University ...

North American markets for polyethylene, polypropylene and PET bottle resins came racing out of the gate in January, with all ...

The immense amounts of plastics lying around choking our planet has driven multiple biologists to find ways to use bacteria ...

Polyethylene terephthalate is one of the few plastics that can be effectively broken down into its base materials by ...

Discover how Coca-Cola's iconic PET plastic bottles are manufactured in this detailed factory tour. From transforming crude oil into polyethylene to shaping preforms and forming bottles ...

Recycling plastic into filament normally involves chopping it into tiny pieces and pushing it through a screw extruder. [JRT3D] is taking a different approach with PetBot, which cuts PET bottles ...

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) DEFINITION: A type of resin and a form of polyester which is frequently used to produce plastic bottles and other containers. It is regarded as easy to recycle.

Plastic pollution is one of the foremost environmental challenges of our time. A team of South Korean researchers has ...

Polyester is one of the most popular fabrics in the world. Made from PET plastic, it is prized for its durability, lightness, and low cost of production. While these characteristics make it ideal ...

Plastic water and soda bottles often contain a chemical called polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Using PET bottles to make recycled polyester produces 75% fewer greenhouse gas emissions, compared to ...

"Creating a healthier planet for generations to come." Pet toy maker announces major changes to its dog chew products: ...