UF's New Recycling Method: Saving Energy and Helping the Planet!

A recent breakthrough at the University of Florida promises to reshape plastic recycling.

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Brent Sumerlin's team has pioneered a novel recycling process conserving energy.

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Only about 10% of all plastic is currently recycled globally.

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The conventional recycling process often results in inferior quality recycled plastic.

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The new method drastically reduces the energy required for depolymerization.

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The future of recycling promises a greener and more sustainable tomorrow.

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Brent Sumerlin emphasized the global call for sustainable solutions.

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The polymer research at UF has the potential to unlock untapped polymer potentials.

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