A breakthrough method for chemically recycling acrylic\u2014one of the world’s most widely used plastics\u2014has been developed by researchers at the University of Bath. In contrast to conventional mechanical recycling, this method uses lower temperatures and sustainable solvents without losing material quality, meaning the plastic can be recycled many times over with minimal environmental impact.<\/p>\n
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