Pineapple Fact 🍍

Pineapple leaves usually get burned or left to rot after harvest, but researchers in Singapore found a better use for them!

They’ve created eco-friendly aerogels (ultra-light, porous materials). They:

🍍 Extend the shelf life of fruits and veggies by absorbing ethylene gas

🍍 Remove heavy metals like nickel from industrial wastewater

🍍 Soak up oil spills and help with heat + sound insulation

They’re biodegradable, non-toxic, cheap to produce, and offer pineapple farmers a new source of income.

Smart design and sustainability can go hand in hand 🫶🏻

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