Peter Falck
CEO
CycleZyme
5/10Traction
Cyclezyme develops an enzymatic platform that breaks down PET plastic polymers into reusable building blocks. Their technology identifies and enhances enzymes to facilitate green biochemical processes for plastic recycling. This approach offers a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic production and waste management.
- Biotechnology
- Clean Technology
- New Materials
Updated 6 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
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Problem
Traditional thermomechanical recycling of PET plastics faces limitations, including quality degradation with each cycle and the inability to process mixed, dirty, or colored plastics effectively. Incineration of plastic waste contributes significantly to carbon dioxide emissions, highlighting the need for more sustainable alternatives.
Solution
Cyclezyme offers an enzymatic recycling platform that depolymerizes PET plastic into its original building blocks for reuse. Their technology uses advanced biotechnological methods to identify and enhance enzymes that can break down PET without the need for solvents or high temperatures. This enzymatic process enables the recycling of a broader range of plastic waste, reducing reliance on virgin raw materials and lowering carbon emissions. The platform combines experimental data with advanced data analysis to refine enzymes and optimize plastic recycling processes.
Target Audience
Cyclezyme's primary customers are recycling plants, plastic manufacturers, and waste management companies seeking sustainable and efficient solutions for PET plastic recycling.
Features
- Enzymatic depolymerization of PET into reusable building blocks
- Enzyme engineering and optimization for enhanced performance
- Processing of colored, mixed, and dirty PET plastics
- Reduced energy consumption compared to thermomechanical recycling
- Lower carbon footprint compared to incineration