By combining the classic neoprene used in isothermal wetsuits with high-strength plastic fibres, Australian researchers have developed a new material better able to withstand shark bites....
American IT giant Hewlett-Packard made a splash when it released its new ultra-portable computer weighing less than 1 kilo (exactly 990 grams) christened the “Elite Dragonfly” after the matte blue dra...
The Municipality of Amsterdam has come up with an imaginative way of protecting the canals, that the Dutch capital is renowned for, from all types of waste and from plastic waste in particular....
A combination of rollerblading and skiing, this new piece of equipment is sure to be popular on the snowy slopes this winter! After skiing, sledding, and surfing, here come the snowfeet, the accessory...
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Plastic objects, whether they are recent or firmly-established cult objects,
have revolutionised the world of design, changed habits and left their mark on our
daily lives for several generations
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The water bottle comes back into style
Long considered an old-fashioned object that summoned vague memories of camping trips and mountain hikes, and accordingly forgotten at the back of a wardrobe, the water bottle is now making a comeback...
The fate of used plastics is the subject of much discussion, particularly in Europe, which has set itself the ambitious objective of recycling 50% of used plastics by 2030 (55% for packaging). These o...
An interview with Dutchman Dave Hakkens, founder of Precious Plastic and inventor of low-cost plastic recycling machines, and Jacob Green, one of its representatives for the American continent....
Plastics and fashion are a perfect match, and that is nothing new! Initially used for their modernity, their practicality and elasticity soon became their most sought-after characteristics. For some y...
Sporting holidays, whether at sea or in the mountains, are not without their dangers. And carelessness is not necessarily always responsible for accidents. Nature, as majestic as it may be, can someti...
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