Tag: Waste utilization

Recent studies have shown that green mussel shells, often discarded as waste, can contain as much as 98.2% calcium carbonate by weight, proving that mussel shells have calcium in abundance. This fact highlights their potential as a valuable resource, offering both economic and environmental benefits through sustainable repurposing.

Biowaste from animal sources and shells are increasingly being repurposed to synthesize biomaterials like nano hydroxyapatite. This process offers a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to synthetic production, utilizing waste streams to create a valuable resource for biomedical applications, especially in dentistry and orthopedics.

According to one study, orange peels can contain a significant amount of pectin, making them a primary commercial source for this valuable polysaccharide. This confirms that pectin is indeed found in orange peels, which are often discarded as waste.