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Revolutionary Silicone Recycling Process Promises Infinite Reuse
4/29/2025
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Story summary
- CNRS researchers in France created a universal silicone recycling process that restores used products to their original chemical components.
- This method allows for infinite recyclability and significantly lowers the carbon footprint of the silicone industry.
- The innovation promotes circular production in sectors like construction and healthcare.
- Researchers plan to scale the technology for industrial application, potentially transforming the $20+ billion silicone market.
