Scientists are turning to milk proteins, starch, and nanoclay to create biodegradable plastics that break down quickly in soil. As concerns grow about damage to the environment and potential risks to ...

Global bioplastics production is increasing, but utilization rates remain low, according to an update at the 2024 European Bioplastics Conference that started Dec. 10 in Berlin. Managing Director of ...

While biodegradable plastics currently account for 0.5% of the hundreds of millions of tons of plastic produced annually, a growing demand for the alternative reflects consumer awareness and corporate ...

A new biodegradable plastic from plant cellulose breaks down in seawater without microplastics. It may be a sustainable ...

Every year, 400 million tons of plastic products are produced worldwide, half of which are single-use items discarded within a year. In particular, non-biodegradable plastic waste, which takes over ...

This anticipated growth represents a significant milestone for the biobased biodegradable plastics sector, which has evolved ...

Emirati entrepreneur's eco-friendly alternative uses discarded date-palm leaves - and now makes more than 70,000 pieces a day ...

New research suggests some biodegradable electronic materials persist in soil for years, breaking down into microplastics ...

Pollution affects human health and the environment in many ways. Air, water, and land pollution continue to damage ecosystems, with conventional materials—especially plastics—being a primary ...