Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional plastics and polyesters contribute significantly to environmental pollution due to their reliance on fossil fuels and their persistence in the environment. Recycling rates for these materials are low, leading to accumulation in landfills and oceans. Waste biogas, a potent greenhouse gas, often lacks economically viable uses.
Solution
Mango Materials addresses plastic pollution and climate change by producing YOPP and YOPP+ polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) pellets from waste biogas. Their core fermentation technology uses methanotrophs to convert methane into PHA, a naturally occurring biopolyester. The resulting PHA pellets can be integrated into existing plastics supply chains and used in various applications, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics. YOPP and YOPP+ are designed to biodegrade in diverse environments, including marine settings, minimizing their environmental impact. By co-locating with methane producers, Mango Materials creates a closed-loop system that transforms waste into valuable, biodegradable materials. The company collaborates with customers to deliver specifically formulated pellets tailored to meet unique material performance requirements.
Target Audience
Mango Materials targets manufacturers, brand owners, and other stakeholders in the plastics supply chain seeking sustainable, biodegradable alternatives to traditional plastics and polyesters.
Features
- YOPP and YOPP+ PHA pellets made from waste methane gas
- Microbial production using non-genetically modified methanotrophs
- PHA is a family of biopolyesters that can be produced naturally by bacteria and other life forms
- Pellets can be used in injection molding, fiber extrusion, and film applications
- Formulations tailored for marine biodegradability
- Closed-loop system where PHA can be recaptured from waste facilities to make more PHA
- Products are designed to minimize their impact on the planet and contribute to a truly circular economy