Researchers make discovery that could drastically reduce plastic pollution

Scientists have engineered an enzyme that can break down a key type of plastic that's used to make bottles and other products. The research could eventually offer a new way to recycle millions of tons of plastic. Teri Okita reports.

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[rachelsommers]

‼️ What happens if it's released into a natural underground water source ?

[ShamelessDuck]

The only concern I have is - if we make an enviroment, corrosive to plastic, it will make harder to use plastic in the first place.

[jjhrkel]

Great, then we'd have a bunch of petroleum floating around the ocean.