Turning old rope into new products (IMAGE) Norwegian University of Science and Technology Caption Some old ropes can become new plastic. More recycling is needed to make commercial fishing greener. Credit Photo: Paritosh Deshpande Usage Restrictions Use only in association with articles about this research and with proper credit. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.