Serbian scientists experiment with mealworms to degrade polystyrene
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Serbian scientists have been experimenting with mealworms as a way to break down polystyrene as the country seeks to find new ways to meet EU waste treatment standards.
Breakdown
- Serbian scientists are experimenting with mealworms to degrade polystyrene plastic.
- Mealworms' gut bacteria can break down plastic into carbon dioxide and water without leaving microplastic residue. 19s
- Serbia recycles only a small percentage of its waste, with most ending up in landfills. 39s
- The project is supported by the Serbian government, the United Nations Agency for International Development, and other donors. 1m 11s
- Researchers hope mealworms could be used on farms to consume plastic waste and then become animal feed. 1m 28s