Understanding the Circular Economy
The traditional model of plastic production and disposal follows a linear economy: make, use, dispose. This leads to overwhelming plastic waste, filling landfills and polluting the environment. A circular economy, on the other hand, aims to keep materials in use for as long as possible through recycling, reusing, and repurposing.
While many sustainable solutions focus on compostable or biodegradable materials, Midori-Bio’s Advanced BioRecycling™ additive takes a more innovative approach by enhancing plastic degradation without disrupting recycling systems.
The Role of Advanced BioRecycling™ in the Circular Economy
Midori-Bio’s Advanced BioRecycling™ technology is designed to bridge the gap between recyclability and environmental responsibility by ensuring plastic waste can either be recycled efficiently or biodegrade effectively in landfill and marine environments. Here’s how it aligns with key circular economy principles:
1. Extending Product Lifespan Without Compromising Disposal
Unlike traditional biodegradable plastics that require industrial composting, Advanced BioRecycling™-treated plastics maintain full durability and shelf life while in use.
This ensures products remain functional for their intended purpose before naturally breaking down when they reach their end of life.
2. Seamless Integration Into Existing Recycling Systems
Many biodegradable plastics contaminate recycling streams, rendering entire batches unrecyclable.
Midori-Bio’s additive is designed to work within conventional plastic production and recycling infrastructure, reducing disruptions to existing waste management systems.
3. Reducing Plastic Waste in Landfills and Oceans
While traditional plastics take centuries to degrade, Advanced BioRecycling™ accelerates microbial consumption of plastic in landfills, soil, and marine environments.
This means fewer plastics persisting in nature, contributing to a more regenerative waste cycle.
4. Supporting Renewable Energy Generation
Landfills equipped with gas-to-energy technology can capture methane from decomposing plastics and convert it into renewable energy.
Advanced BioRecycling™ enhances the breakdown process, contributing to a system where waste isn’t just disposed of—it’s repurposed.
The Future of Sustainable Plastics
A true circular economy isn’t about eliminating plastics entirely—it’s about rethinking how we produce, use, and dispose of them. With BioRecycling™, companies can continue using plastic responsibly while ensuring it won’t persist in the environment indefinitely.
By adopting Advanced BioRecycling™, businesses can:
✅ Reduce long-term plastic waste buildup
✅ Align with sustainability goals without costly production changes
✅ Contribute to a future where plastic waste is minimized, repurposed, or naturally broken down.
