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An Iligan-based startup company is aiming to convert tons of single-use plastic wastes into roofing tiles that can tackle the problem of pollution and at the same time, provide materials to modular houses, according to Game Changer on "24 Oras" on Monday.The concept of a circular economy is gradually becoming known. It aims to prolong the life cycle of objects to prevent natural resources from depleting and becoming waste.
Uy said they started to develop the eco roofing tiles in 2019.And to make the process more sustainable, the single-used plastics were not melted to avoid pollution.They were crushed to become pellets form of plastic. They were then mixed with an eco-friendly adhesive and molded for about six hours. The tiles will be coated with cement to make them more sturdy.
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