Abstract Poly (ethylene terephthalate)(PET) is a semi-crystalline plastic polyester material
with a global production volume of 83 Mt/year. PET is mainly used in textiles, but also widely …

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is extensively utilized for its remarkable material properties
and affordability. Nevertheless, the disposal of PET waste significantly contributes to the …

While plastics like polyethylene terephthalate can already be degraded efficiently by the
activity of hydrolases, other synthetic polymers like polyurethanes (PUs) and polyamides …

This article provides an overview of plastic recycling development since the 1970s. It
discusses the three common recycling options: mechanical recycling, chemical recycling …

Biotechnological plastic recycling has emerged as a suitable option for addressing the
pollution crisis. A major breakthrough in the biodegradation of poly (ethylene …

Photocatalyst-activated peroxymonosulfate (PMS) degradation of pollutants is already
widely used for wastewater treatment under visible light. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is …

Mealworms (Tenebrio molitor) larvae can degrade both plastics and lignocellulose through
synergistic biological activities of their gut microbiota because they share similarities in …

Successes in biocatalytic polyester recycling have raised the possibility of deconstructing
alternative polymers enzymatically, with polyamide (PA) being a logical target due to the …

Each year, millions of tons of plastics are produced for use in such applications as
packaging, construction, and textiles. While plastic is undeniably useful and convenient, its …

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a major component of plastic waste. Enzymatic PET
hydrolysis is the most ecofriendly recycling technology. The biorecycling of PET waste …