Entzimatiko develops and manufactures nano-encapsulated enzymes for advanced plastic recycling applications. This bio-based technology enables the upcycling of mixed plastics without requiring solvent-based pre-treatment. The company provides specialized enzyme mixes designed to improve the efficiency and sustainability of polymer depolymerization processes.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional plastic recycling methods often require energy-intensive pre-treatment with solvents and are limited in the types of plastics they can process effectively. This results in a significant amount of plastic waste ending up in landfills or polluting the environment. Current recycling processes also struggle with mixed plastic waste streams and contaminants, hindering the creation of a truly circular economy for plastics.
Solution
Entzimatiko provides an enzymatic depolymerization technology for recycling various types of plastics, including PET, PE, PP, PS, and WEEE, without the need for solvent-based pre-treatment. Their proprietary nano-encapsulated enzyme mix allows for direct application to plastics, facilitating efficient degradation even in the presence of contaminants. This bio-based approach enables the upcycling of mixed plastic waste into valuable feedstock, reducing reliance on virgin materials and lowering carbon emissions. The technology's ability to operate without strict pH requirements or crystallinity constraints expands the range of plastics that can be effectively recycled. By offering an industrial-scale solution, Entzimatiko aims to streamline the waste lifecycle and provide an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional recycling methods.
Target Audience
Entzimatiko's primary customers include waste management companies, recycling facilities, and manufacturers seeking sustainable solutions for plastic waste reduction and circularity.
Features
- Nano-encapsulated enzyme mix for direct application to plastics
- No solvent-based pre-treatment or pre-washing needed
- Effective depolymerization of PET, PE, PP, PS, and WEEE plastics
- Tolerance to changes in pH, eliminating strict pH requirements
- Ability to process plastics with organic and inorganic contaminants
- Proprietary enzymatic complex derived from a "mutual aggression" of different species of fungi
- Industrial-scale production capabilities
- Surface lysis mechanism for enhanced polymer degradation