Advanced recycling of mixed plastic waste is being driven by enzyme-based biodegradation and pyrolysis methods. Enzyme recycling involves engineered proteins that depolymerize plastics like PET into reusable monomers at low temperatures, offering a biological and eco-friendly solution. Pyrolysis, on the other hand, thermally decomposes plastic waste into fuels or chemical feedstocks in oxygen-free conditions. These technologies are seen as complementary to mechanical recycling, addressing limitations in sorting and contamination. Industry players are investing in decentralized units, pilot-scale reactors, and hybrid systems to enable circular plastic economies and reduce landfill dependency.
