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Why don't we use more bioplastics?

Jul 14, 202335:05Science & Medicine

Substituting fossil-based plastics with compostable ones could help address plastic pollution. But not all bioplastics are eco-friendly or biodegradable. A startup from the UK says seaweed is the answer.

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Why don't we use more bioplastics? is an episode from On The Green Fence by DW. Substituting fossil-based plastics with compostable ones could help address plastic pollution. But not all bioplastics are eco-friendly or biodegradable. A star...

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Published Jul 14, 2023, 35:05 long, audio available.

Why don't we use more bioplastics?

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