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This section focuses on how ALT LABS supports people interested in sustainable materials and chemicals.
3D printing is taking the world by storm! From making toys to building entire houses, additive manufacturing is changing how we create things. But as awesome as 3D printing is, it’s leaving a trail of waste behind. Imagine all those failed prints, extra support structures, and leftover bits piling up. That’s a real polymer waste […]
Beyond the Bottle Deposit! It’s time to say goodbye to the old “take-make-dispose” habit that’s been stuffing our planet with waste. We’ve seen how awesome bottle deposits are for recycling. They prove that making it about money gets people recycling like crazy! So, why stop there? Imagine this proven success applied to more than just […]
Creating circularity in the straw and stalks supply chain is an exciting journey filled with potential and promise! Every year, tons of leftover plant material from grain and cereal harvesting, like wheat straw, corn stover, and rice straw, are essentially thrown away. This not only harms our beautiful planet but misses out on a golden […]
Bagasse, the fibrous residue from sugarcane processing after juice extraction, holds incredible potential to transform our approach to sustainability. But right now, this valuable byproduct is mostly left unused. Instead of letting it go to waste, we can reimagine how to integrate it into a circular supply chain. This approach means turning bagasse into a […]
The global livestock waste challenge is a massive topic that affects our world both environmentally and economically. Did you know that millions of tons of animal waste, including manure and slurry from cows, pigs, and poultry, are produced worldwide? This isn’t just a problem of quantity; it’s creating environmental issues like greenhouse gas emissions, nutrient […]
Creating circularity in sawdust and wood chips is not just a dream—it’s a transformational opportunity! The timber industry’s waste might seem like a problem, but it’s actually a hidden goldmine. Every day, timber processing leaves us with heaps of sawdust and wood chips. These fine particles and scraps often end up in landfills, piling pressure […]
Bark and lignin residues from forestry and wood processing hold untapped potential. These underutilized resources are rich in lignocellulose, a key component that can transform industries. Imagine converting what we usually consider waste into valuable products. That’s the magic of a circular supply chain! Instead of letting bark and lignin contribute to landfill or incineration, […]
Creating circularity in spent mushroom substrate supply chains might sound like a mouthful, but it’s a game-changer in making the world a bit greener. Imagine the used growth medium from mushroom cultivation turning into something valuable instead of just sitting in landfills. That’s what we’re diving into today! Spent Mushroom Substrate (SMS) isn’t just waste; […]
Creating circularity in lignin and unconverted biomass is becoming an exciting frontier in our global quest for sustainability. Imagine if what we often see as waste—those leftover complex organic polymers from biofuel refining—could actually pave the way towards a better, greener future. These residues, known as lignin and unconverted biomass, hold incredible potential to enrich […]
Creating circularity in the laminated and multi-layer plastics supply chain is not just a challenge—it’s a thrilling adventure! In our quest to tackle packaging waste from food processing, we’ll navigate the intricate maze of materials like PET and aluminum layers, which are crucial for keeping our food fresh. Although these materials are tough to recycle […]
Every day, a mind-boggling number of disposable gloves, gowns, and face masks are tossed away worldwide. Have you ever wondered where all that medical plastic waste ends up? It’s a huge challenge, and our current systems aren’t helping. This “take-make-dispose” way relies on fossil-based plastics that harm our oceans, landfill sites, and even the air […]
Hello, curious minds! Global biodegradable plastics bring hope in our fight against the big, bad world of plastic pollution. Imagine using leftover bits of crops to create something good and eco-friendly. That’s what Polylactic Acid (PLA) and Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) do—they transform waste into bio-magic! Think of vast fields waving with corn and sugarcane. Now, picture […]