Zhao Jingsi looked at everyone, and then said with some hesitation:
"In fact, there is a fundamental way to solve the problem of microplastics."
"A fundamental solution?" Liu Zhifan was stunned for a moment: "What method?"
Zhao Jingsi looked at Li Qingye hesitantly.
Of course Li Qingye knew what method he was talking about. He waved his hand and then said: "The method Jing Si mentioned is actually plastic-decomposing bacteria. The company has already achieved a lot in this regard."
After hearing the news, everyone was not too happy.
Everyone present is a smart person, and they don’t only look at the advantages and not the disadvantages when looking at things.
Li Qingye continued: "You must have also seen the problem of plastic-decomposing bacteria. To ensure that plastic particles in nature are completely decomposed, we must unlock the genetic restrictions of this artificial fungus and allow it to have the ability to reproduce itself."
"In addition, once released into nature, it means that this fungus can no longer be eliminated. I cannot guarantee whether they will mutate into strains that are harmful to humans or other organisms during their natural reproduction."
Everyone once again started a heated discussion.
Jiang Mingxuan, the head of the Science Department, asked: "Zhifan, your Industry Department should have an application catalog for plastic products, right?"
If there are dry and hot tropical deserts, or extremely cold poles, or plateaus with thin air and strong ultraviolet rays, in these areas, the decomposition rate of plastic fungi will drop several times, or even dozens of times.
Qiu Yingle said with a smile: "It doesn't matter. Inhibitors can be used on rubber tires, wire insulation and the like."
The choice now before everyone is to let it go or not to let it go.
After all, as global oil and natural gas prices soar, the current price of chemical fiber per ton has soared to 3,800 gold dollars (equivalent to 7,600 U.S. dollars).
This cost is more expensive than using Egyptian long-staple cotton.
That is to release plastic fungi and first solve the problem of microplastics spreading around the world.
As long as Homo sapiens chooses to release, this impact is almost inevitable.
Although Qiu Yingle is now responsible for managing the Ministry of Culture and Entertainment, she previously managed Siam for a long time, so she is more concerned about another special branch of the plastics industry:
"Mr. Chairman, does plastic fungus also work on natural rubber?"
Liu Zhifan soon shared the plastic application catalog with everyone.
But Jiang Mingxuan shook his head: "Although fungal inhibitors can be suppressed, they themselves have health risks, and plastic products that come into contact with the body basically cannot be added."
For example, natural fibers are used to completely replace chemical fibers, including the use of cotton, jute, abaca, bamboo fiber, wood fiber, etc.
After some discussion among everyone, they found that plastic is not irreplaceable.
At the same time, aluminum alloy, stainless steel, wood, glass, etc. can also be used, and some plastics can also be replaced.
Li Qingye nodded: "It also has the decomposition effect, but the speed is slower. Natural rubber will be completely decomposed in about 14 to 16 months."
Li Qingye paused for a moment: "And once plastic decomposition fungi are released, the service life of most plastic products in human society will not exceed three months."
"Are there any non-toxic inhibitors?"
From plastic bags, plastic boxes, plastic films, clothes, toys, plastic products, to interior decoration, electrical wires, vehicles, ships, aircraft, and even artificial satellites and space stations, plastics are everywhere.
In addition, burying it deep in the soil can also slow down the decomposition rate.
Everyone was reading it attentively, because it concerns the entire world and hundreds of large and small industries that need to be adjusted within Homo sapiens.
Liu Zhifan thought for a while: "We need to consider plastic alternatives or protection issues."
For example, Homo sapiens' unique low-temperature glass technology, low-temperature alloy technology, and matte farms can produce large amounts of organic matter in large quantities.
"Yes, I will share it with everyone."
Jiang Mingxuan replied: "Yes, but non-toxic inhibitors degrade very quickly and usually only take effect for a week or two."
He ordered: "Zhifan, Mingxuan, you are responsible for this matter and prepare for the upgrading and transformation of the industry. Of course, do not announce it to the outside world now, just make an internal plan."
Others also expressed their thoughts.
As for the production cost of alternative materials, there is no need to worry.
Moreover, its cotton production cost is only 57 gold yuan per ton, equivalent to 114 US dollars per ton.
Although Homo sapiens has its own petrochemical industry and a large number of oil and gas fields, this does not mean that the price of imported oil and natural gas will be low.
Other disposable straws, such as plastic, can continue to be used, but they need to be sealed and stored in special storage boxes. Once opened, they must be used within a few days.
If we choose to release plastic-decomposing bacteria, it means that these products using plastic will face a huge impact.
But Li Qingye still gave everyone good news:
Gulu! A thin layer of sweat broke out on Qiu Yingle's forehead. She once again witnessed the horror of biologists.
By fully switching to cotton, linen, jute, abaca, wool, duck down, and leather to produce clothing, Homo sapiens company's production costs can still be controlled very low.
Liu Zhifan and Jiang Mingxuan nodded.
Taking Egyptian long-staple cotton as an example, the current cotton planting area in Egypt is about 100,000 to 150,000 hectares, with an average yield of about 1 ton per hectare, and its export price is US$5,000 to US$6,000 per ton.
Of course, the 14 to 16 months here actually refers to an environment where the child is completely exposed to air or water, and the temperature and humidity are relatively suitable.
Qiu Yingle thoughtfully said: "Is this so? In this way, the service life of plastic products has been reduced, but they can still be used."
The most affected application areas at present are actually plastic bags, plastic boxes, foam boxes, plastic films, plastic packaging bags, and chemical fiber clothes that come into contact with food.
Plastic products are a very comprehensive material for modern society.
"Although plastic fungi will decompose plastic products indiscriminately, we still have some preparations, such as inserting dozens of targeted genes into the fungal genes. Through these genes, the use of some specific agents and ingredients can inhibit its decomposition speed.
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After discussion and discussion, they found that they could only find alternatives.
In this way, the cost of using cotton to completely replace chemical fibers will become even lower.
The export price of America's horse cotton is US$2,000 to US$3,000 per ton.
When Qiu Yingle heard this answer, she immediately understood that the natural rubber industry in Southeast Asia would not be able to survive the attack of plastic fungi.
However, the Homo Sapien Company's Matte Farm can produce 5 tons per mu, plant 6 crops per year, and produce 30 tons of cotton per mu per year. The varieties can be chosen at will.
Although it is decided to release plastic fungi, how to release it requires strategy and time.
After weighing the pros and cons, Li Qingye made a decision.
Homo sapiens can bear the loss of plastic, but other areas may not be able to bear it.
Especially in developed areas, there are many industries that use plastics. Faced with the indiscriminate attack of plastic fungi, those industries were unprepared and quickly fell into a state of shock.
Therefore, even if it is just a show, the Homo sapiens company must be prepared to directly refuse to admit its fault, leaving Europe, the United States and the Far East speechless.
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