A groundbreaking new study reveals a soil and water bacterium that can efficiently break down PET plastic—the kind used in bottles and clothing—offering a powerful, natural solution to the global plastic pollution crisis. While microbes have previously shown plastic-eating abilities, this strain stands out for its effectiveness, sparking hope for scalable, eco-friendly waste management. Scientists are now racing to optimize it for real-world use, turning nature’s recycling system into a tool for a cleaner planet.
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