Innovative filtration and sensor technologies could be key to detecting and understanding microplastic pollution in the Great Lakes.
Plastics
Advancing Plastic Recycling in Wisconsin: The STRAP Technology
A breakthrough technology in plastics recycling could support Wisconsin manufacturing and make us a national leader in advanced recycling.
Flax: A Wisconsin-Grown Alternative to Plastics
Flax is a promising plastic alternative that could support Wisconsin farmers, protect our pollinators, and make Wisconsin a leader in the circular bioeconomy.
Types of Single-Use Plastic Cups Influence Recycling Accuracy
Waste audits can help improve plastic recycling rates, inform institutional purchasing, and accelerate sustainable innovation.
Evaluating Tradeoffs in Plastic Waste Management
A new framework for assessing plastic waste management technologies can identify pathways that maximize profitability and minimize environmental impact.