When you think about building a house, what materials come to mind? Brick, wood and metal all come to mind; there are also ...

MIT engineers turn plastic waste into strong building parts that could solve housing crisis and reduce environmental impact ...

Engineers at MIT have recycled "dirty plastic into building products for homes that are lighter, more durable, and sustainable." ...

Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers have made recycled plastic into floor trusses for housing, arguing the waste stream could provide an ...

3D printing is transforming single-use trash into permanent infrastructure. Engineers at MIT are successfully ...

MIT’s 3D-printed recycled plastic trusses could reduce deforestation and offer a scalable solution for global housing needs.

Plastic recycling struggles today, but chemical, biological, and AI-driven breakthroughs could unlock true circular reuse and reduce global plastic waste.

Only 9.5% of plastic materials produced globally in 2022 were manufactured from recycled materials. The findings, reported in Communications Earth & Environment, are part of a comprehensive analysis ...

Jonathan Quinn became the U.S. Plastics Pact president and CEO in July 2024, replacing Emily Tipaldo, the organization’s first executive director. “I lead a diverse consortium of stakeholders united ...

The recycled plastics supplier has spent two decades building a global network of trading partners, ensuring reliable shipments of material for its customers.

Businesses must integrate recycled plastic into their supply chains. Many governments are introducing regulations to mandate its use in products and packaging, and consumers worldwide are demanding ...

Sustainable packaging is becoming a central focus for tech companies aiming to reduce environmental impact while maintaining product protection. Innovations like fiber-based materials, compostable ...