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Algenesis Wins Top Green Chemistry Award for Biodegradable Polyurethane

San Diego startup Algenesis won the 2026 ACS Green Chemistry Challenge Award for Soleic®, the first fully biodegradable polyurethane that leaves no microplastics.

July 6, 2026 Â· 7 min Â· C.