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Notes from the field
Writing on materials science, recycling policy, and case studies from real upcycling projects.
Downcycling vs. Upcycling: Why the Difference Matters
Not all plastic recycling produces equal outcomes. Here's why "recyclable" and "upcyclable" aren't the same claim, and why the distinction should shape how you design with recovered material.
Read more →Case Study: From Recovered Ocean Plastic to Structural Composite
A walkthrough of a project turning mixed, weathered ocean plastic into a fiber-reinforced structural composite — including the characterization work that made it possible.
Read more →Chemical Recycling in 2026: Where the Technology Actually Stands
Pyrolysis and depolymerization get a lot of attention. A grounded look at what's commercially proven, what's still pilot-scale, and what that means for material sourcing decisions.
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