Waste

Waste is everywhere. Domestic waste outstrips waste from fossil fuel, from industrial waste and e-waste. Plastic is a obvious and challenging waste as it does not break down easily, has a number of chemicals that cause long term damage, illness or death. Plastic waste on beaches, on streets can make idyllic places appear dirty and polluted.

industrial scale bioplastic production

Industrial-Scale Bioplastic Production

Industrial-scale bioplastic production is being implemented in select regions globally, primarily for applications like packaging, as documented by case studies such as a Malaysian palm biomass biorefinery (20,000 tons/year) and Thailand’s cassava-based PLA and bioplastic bag production demonstrating localized cost and environmental advantages, but broader adoption is limited by high costs, scalability challenges, and performance trade-offs to the 480 million tonne market.

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lignin replacing plastic

Lignin Replacing Plastic

Plastic pollution is a growing environmental issue, but innovation in alternative materials offers a solution. Lignin, a natural polymer, can replace many fossil-based plastic products. Other plant-based materials, mycelium, and algae are also being explored as potential plastic alternatives, offering hope for a more sustainable future.

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