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Petrochemicals – News and Features

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Plastic Pollution Is on Track To Double by 2050

A study by UCSB scientists shows a UN treaty could cut global plastic pollution by 91% by 2050. Policies include 40% recycled content mandates, production caps, improved waste management, and fees on plastic packaging.
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Green Flight Paths Could Make Aviation More Sustainable, Say Researchers

Green flight paths, focused on key routes like London-Dubai, may fast-track aviation decarbonization by demonstrating sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feasibility. Researchers suggest prioritizing SAF investment to support scaling this technology.
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Industry Insight

Current Trends and Emerging Technologies in Separation Science

Dr. Anthony Edge, chair of ISC 2024 and chair of the Permanent Scientific Committee of ISC, discusses some of the key takeaways from this year's meeting and explores the technologies set to transform separation science.
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Bio-Based Fibers May Harm Earthworms

A study found that bio-based fibers, specifically viscose and lyocell, caused higher mortality rates in earthworms compared to polyester fibers. In high concentrations, up to 80% of earthworms died from viscose exposure.
Corn at a market.
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Starch Nanocomposite Films Pave the Way for Greener, Biodegradable Electronics

A study introduces biodegradable, flexible nanocomposites made from starch and MXene, showcasing their potential for various electronic and sensing applications. These materials degrade within a month in soil.
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Scientists Develop Advanced Materials To Capture Benzene in the Atmosphere

A study introduces a modified metal-organic framework (MOF) capable of capturing benzene, a known carcinogen, from polluted air. The new material, MIL-125-Zn, demonstrates significant efficiency in removing benzene.
Multicolored microplastics on a person's fingertips.
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Researchers Develop Tool To Quantify Environmental Impact of Biodegradable Microplastics

Until now, scientists haven’t had the tools to assess the impact of biodegradable plastics that are not disposed of properly.
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Researchers One Step Closer to Growing Industrial Chemicals in Trees

Researchers at NC State University have identified that the methoxy content in lignin influences microbial fermentation, facilitating the conversion of trees into sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based industrial chemicals.
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Transforming Wastewater Into High-Value Biopolymers

Researchers are developing methods to extract valuable biopolymers from wastewater treatment plants. These biopolymers offer sustainable alternatives to oil-based products, with potential applications in industries like construction and paper.
Scientists in a lab.
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Improved Catalytic Converters Cut Harmful Pollution From Hydrogen Engines

A UC Riverside study reveals a low-cost method to enhance catalytic converters for hydrogen-burning engines, reducing nitrogen oxide emissions. The new system increases the conversion of nitrogen oxides to harmless substances by four to five times.
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