Cutting-edge biotechnology
to improve plastic recycling
The Preventing Plastic Pollution with Engineering Biology (P3EB) Mission Hub is advancing enzyme solutions for efficient waste breakdown and circularity
The context
Plastic waste: a growing environmental crisis
Plastic waste pollutes oceans and land, threatening wildlife and human health. Despite their essential role, plastics’ durability leads to persistent pollution.
The challenge
Breaking down polymers is energy-intensive
Deconstructing plastics is energy-heavy and inefficient. Natural enzymes struggle with durable plastics, causing significant recycling challenges.
Our solution
Enzyme engineering for plastic deconstruction
We develop advanced enzymes and microbes to efficiently break down plastic waste and transform it into valuable products, reducing pollution.
Our team
Leading experts united
against plastic pollution
The P3EB Mission Hub unites top scientists and innovators from renowned UK universities and research institutions. Our members bring diverse expertise in enzyme engineering, plastic waste research, and sustainable materials. Together, we are pioneering advanced biotechnological solutions to efficiently deconstruct plastic waste and promote environmental sustainability.
