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This section focuses on how ALT LABS supports people interested in sustainable materials and chemicals.
Bamboo is a truly amazing and versatile plant that’s taking the world by storm! It’s not just any grass; it’s a rapidly renewable resource perfect for all kinds of uses like flooring, framing, and much more. Imagine a material that grows incredibly fast, sometimes reaching full maturity in just three to five years, and keeps […]
Recycled steel is one of the coolest things you can talk about today! Imagine taking old, rusty steel and turning it into shiny, brand-new steel. This process helps save tons of energy and resources because you don’t need to start from scratch. Every time you use recycled materials, you’re doing something amazing for our planet. […]
Cork, the amazing bark of the oak tree, is much more versatile than you might think. It’s not just a boring brown thing; it’s used for everything from flooring to insulation, and it can even help with meditation! Imagine walking on a soft cork floor at home, feeling cozy while knowing you’re making an eco-friendly […]
The future is now, and it’s made of Living Materials! Imagine materials that can heal themselves, support the environment, and even sense changes around them. These are materials embedded with tiny organisms like bacteria and fungi that can work wonders. They’re not just science fiction anymore. Living Materials have evolved from ancient stories to cutting-edge […]
The chemical industry’s carbon shadow looms large as it stands as a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions. This reality has sparked an urgent imperative for new solutions. The decarbonization mandate is clear: meet climate goals, ensure a sustainable future, and remain competitive in the evolving global market. Enter the core pillars driving transformation—Novel […]
Did you ever wonder what happens to all that plastic we throw away? The plastic waste crisis is a huge problem for our planet. Traditional recycling can’t solve it alone. But there’s good news! Chemical Upcycling is here to save the day. This amazing process turns waste plastics into valuable products like fuels and high-value […]
Composite materials like carbon fiber and glass fiber are the superheroes of the modern world! They’re the secret ingredients in things like airplanes and cars, making them strong and light. But what happens when these amazing materials reach their end-of-life? Just tossing them onto landfills isn’t an option because they take ages to break down. […]
Imagine a world where we turn brewing waste into something amazing for the planet and ourselves! As beer lovers enjoy their favorite brews, breweries are left with tons of leftover grains, hops, and yeast. This brewery waste is huge and can be tough to handle. But here’s some good news: we’re starting to see it […]
The Hydrogen Horizon promises a bright, decarbonized future, paving the way for cleaner energy solutions across the globe. With our ever-growing global energy demand, hydrogen holds the key to addressing climate urgency and fulfilling the clean energy imperative. Imagine a world where hydrogen isn’t just an option among grey alternatives but a truly renewable, low-carbon […]
Coffee waste like spent coffee grounds and shells is piling up big time, with millions of tons added to landfills each year. This leftover coffee stuff isn’t just trash; it’s a treasure chest of goodies waiting to be reused. These coffee byproducts are packed with valuable compounds and are a golden ticket to help the […]
Rare Earth Elements like neodymium, dysprosium, praseodymium, and terbium are vital for our modern tech world! They’re tucked inside everything from electric vehicles and wind turbines to the devices we can’t live without. But here’s the catch – the supply of these critical elements is finite, mining them leaves a huge environmental footprint, and control […]
The world of flexible electronics is booming, with technology like bendable displays, wearables, and IoT gadgets growing faster than ever. This exciting growth, however, has led to a rise in e-waste, posing a big challenge for our environment. The e-waste tide is more than just trash—it’s a gold mine of precious materials like silver, copper, […]