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Breakthrough offers endless recycling for acrylic plastics without the environmental cost

Researchers at the University of Bath have developed a breakthrough method for chemically recycling acrylic plastics using lower temperatures and sustainable solvents. The new process delivers over 95% conversion of the plastic and yields high-quality monomers, offering a clear pathway toward genuine circularity in acrylic materials.

SourceUniversity of Bath·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 2, 2026