We’ve heard plenty about the factories, automobiles and other things that produce greenhouse gas and contribute to climate change, but how about a new kind of plastic that is made from greenhouse gas?
The lab that developed that innovative plastic is one of the science pioneers being recognized by the EPA, in its 2016 Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Awards. The awards are dedicated to researchers and developers who turn climate risk and other environmental problems into business opportunities, spurring innovation and economic development.
“From academia to business, we congratulate those who bring innovative solutions that will help solve some of the most critical environmental problems,” said Jim Jones, EPA’s assistant administrator for chemical safety and pollution prevention. “These innovations reduce the use of energy, hazardous chemicals and water, while cutting manufacturing costs and sparking investments. They even turn pollution into useful products.”