Birch Biosciences is pioneering innovative technologies aimed at revolutionizing plastic recycling through the development of engineered enzymes. These enzymes function as "molecular scissors," effectively breaking down plastic polymers into their chemical monomers. By utilizing generative AI and advanced high-throughput screening techniques, Birch Biosciences is able to redesign these enzymes to enhance their recycling capabilities. This enzymatic recycling process not only allows for the production of 100% recycled plastic resin but also matches the quality of new plastics derived from fossil fuels, thereby promoting a more sustainable circular economy.

The company's approach significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions associated with plastic manufacturing by over 70%, addressing the environmental impact of traditional plastic production. Birch Biosciences aims to improve the economics of recycling by making high-quality enzymatically recycled plastics competitively priced. Their technology encompasses a comprehensive process that includes shredding plastic waste, enzymatic breakdown of polymers, and repolymerization into new plastic products, ultimately contributing to a more efficient and sustainable recycling system.

United States

Birch Biosciences uses Artificial Intelligence, bioinformatics, and high-throughput screening techniques to effectively engineer enzymes for recycling plastic.

Birch Biosciences

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