plastic pollution Archives

South Korean Scientists Discover Enzyme That Could Help Tackle Plastic Pollution

SEOUL, Aug. 9 (Korea Bizwire) – In a significant advancement for environmental science, researchers in South Korea have identified an enzyme capable of breaking down polyethylene, one of the most prevalent and persistent forms of plastic pollution. The discovery, announced on August 8 by the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), could pave the way [...]

Hyundai Glovis Partners Up with Dutch Nonprofit Entity to Remove Plastic Waste from Oceans

SEOUL, July 6 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyundai Glovis Co. said Thursday it has signed a partnership with a Dutch nonprofit organization to work together to remove plastic waste from the oceans as part of its commitment to making a sustainable environment. Under the partnership signed with Ocean Cleanup, Hyundai Glovis will install cameras on its [...]