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50 States of Sustainability, Season 1: Circular Economy/Recycling

Across many industries people are working to make products that can be easily recycled so that new raw materials do not have to be created. Also, many large businesses and startups are utilizing materials science and technology to create materials that biodegrade easily. This movement toward a circular economy is proving to not only be good for the environment, but potentially very profitable.

Loliware
Loliware, a materials science company has developed seaweed pellets that can be used to create products that biodegrade safer and faster than standard plastics.

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