P‑Last provides a biotechnology platform that uses a proprietary microbial consortium to degrade a wide range of non‑recyclable plastics into high‑value biomolecules such as bio‑based monomers and specialty chemicals. These biomolecules serve as renewable feedstock for manufacturers, enabling a closed‑loop value chain that turns plastic waste into usable industrial inputs.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Plastic waste that cannot be recycled accumulates in the environment, creating pollution and lost material value. Existing waste‑management systems lack efficient methods to convert diverse, non‑recyclable polymers into useful products, limiting circular‑economy opportunities.
Solution
P‑Last operates a biotechnology platform that uses a proprietary microbial consortium to break down a wide range of non‑recyclable plastics into high‑value biomolecules and bioproducts. The process leverages native Brazilian biodiversity and multianalytical validation to ensure consistent degradation and conversion. Resulting biomolecules serve as feedstock for regenerative manufacturing, enabling a closed‑loop value chain where plastic waste becomes a sustainable input for industry. By turning pollution into economic resources, the platform supports multiple United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and advances a responsible plastic lifecycle.
Target Audience
Primary customers are industrial manufacturers seeking renewable feedstock, waste‑management companies looking to add value to plastic streams, and chemical producers interested in bio‑derived intermediates.
Features
- Exclusive microbial system capable of degrading various polymer types, including those traditionally considered non‑recyclable
- Multianalytical monitoring to verify degradation pathways and product purity
- Production of high‑value biomolecules (e.g., bio‑based monomers, specialty chemicals) suitable for downstream industrial processes
- Scalable bioprocess design that integrates with existing waste‑collection streams and manufacturing facilities
- Alignment with 11 UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing circular economy and environmental stewardship