Hasiru Dala Innovations co-founder and PET Heroes 2025 nominee, Shekar Prabhakar’s vision creates “quantum change in quality of life,” transforming marginalized communities through three entrepreneurial pathways and breaking generational poverty cycles.
Pioneering scientists and entrepreneurs are forging a regenerative path for PET plastic through nature-inspired biotechnology, waste collector empowerment, thoughtful design, innovative financing, and effective policies that together transform waste into valuable resources.
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A ground-breaking discovery of plastic-degrading enzymes in waxworms reveals how nature-inspired solutions could revolutionize our approach to plastic waste. This accidental finding offers insights into creating regenerative pathways for even our most persistent synthetic materials.
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The journey from laboratory breakthrough to market implementation represents one of the greatest challenges in bioplastic innovation. Exploring Dr. Federica Bertocchini’s experience reveals how we might bridge the gap between scientific potential and industrial application for truly regenerative solutions.
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Seeking inspiration from nature, the unity of bioplastics and carbon capture signifies more than a business strategy—it’s a pivotal step for our species. This symbiosis outlines a sustainable path forward, intertwining bioplastics and carbon capture to shape a resilient and eco-friendly future.
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Dina Pons, managing partner of Incofin reveals how PET bottle giants and water access initiatives are collaboratively shaping a healthier future for millions. Discover the innovative strategies and mutual benefits driving the crucial global mission for accessible, clean water.
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Through 3.8 billion years of research and development, nature has mastered efficiency and design. As we tackle our plastic challenges, we’re drawing inspiration from its wisdom. Dive in to discover how nature-inspired innovations are reshaping the world of PET plastics.
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LanzaTech transforms waste CO2 from Chinese steel mills into eco-friendly PET plastic through fermentation. Its carbon capture tech fosters circular systems, promising a key solution to global environmental challenges.
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Learn how Plastipak is producing sustainable PET by trapping greenhouse gas emission from steel plants in China and turning it into regenerative plastic with the help of some friendly LanzaTech trained bacteria.
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Discover how Yunus Environment Hub is transforming the environmental and climate crisis through social business solutions, including their Circular Rise program and Zero Plastic Waste Cities initiative.
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