Scientists from Osaka University have figured out how to synthesize plastic from low concentrations of carbon dioxide – like in the exhaust gases of power plants and factories. The technology in the future will help to establish the production of plastic from waste. This will make it cheaper and more environmentally friendly. Day.Az with a link to knife.media.
Researchers have created poly-3-hydroxybutyrate, a biodegradable yet water-resistant plastic used in packaging. The material is made from 3-hydroxybutyrate. Prior to this, scientists had already obtained it from acetone and carbon dioxide in high concentrations. Now – managed to do the same at low.
Scientists extracted acetone from recycled marker ink. The reaction takes place under the influence of sunlight-like light. A day later, more than 60% of the acetone turned into 3-hydroxybutyrate.