夏威夷太平洋大学开放设施,将海洋塑料废物转化为建筑材料。 Hawaii Pacific University opens facility turning ocean plastic waste into construction materials.

夏威夷太平洋大学启动了塑料回收研究设施,将海洋废弃物(主要是渔具)转化为耐久建筑材料,如甲板和围栏的塑料木材。 Hawaii Pacific University has launched a Plastic Recycling Research Facility to convert marine debris, mainly fishing gear, into durable construction materials like plastic lumber for decks and fencing. 自2024年6月以来,该设施已经处理了227,000磅以上的残骸。 Since June 2024, the facility has processed over 227,000 pounds of debris. 该公司与一家内布拉斯加州公司合作开发创新材料和技术,包括用于建筑的连锁脚架和“网对网”项目。 It collaborates with a Nebraska company to develop innovative materials and technologies, including interlocking scaffolding for construction and "Nets-to-Roads" projects. 该倡议旨在减少环境损害,支持地方基础设施,包括负担得起的住房。 The initiative aims to reduce environmental damage and support local infrastructure, including affordable housing.