Green, sustainability, and recycling are all buzz words we hear in today’s culture. But what’s actually being done? Here are a few awesome stories about how plastic is being used:
Design student Anna Bullus started thinking about recycling gum after walking on her campus’ spotted sidewalks. She realized that gum is simply modified rubber, and should be able to be recycled. After 8 months she perfected the process of turning gum into pellets, and then into a plastic using secret additives. The plastic is now being used to create seat cushions that feel like memory foam, and there are more products to come! Learn more here.