VATIS UPDATE Article

Scientists at Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) in Lalitpur, has installed a technology that can convert plastic waste into diesel and petrol. NAST Chief of Faculty of Technology Suresh Kumar Dhungel and chairperson of Japan-based Eco Party Matsumoto Chiseko, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for development and promotion of the technology to derive plastic-derived petroleum products.

NAST scientists converted one kg plastic into 1000ml raw fuel during test operation of the technology supported by Eco Party. The raw fuel can be converted into 700ml of petrol or diesel. “Plastic grocery bags, bottles and caps can be converted into high-quality usable petroleum products. The technology converts plastic into gasoline or diesel through the use of a combination of suitable catalysts. The development of this technology is also expected to keep the environment clean and get rid of plastic waste,” said Dr. Rabindra Prasad Dhakal, at NAST.