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Biodegradable plastic alternatives not necessarily better for Singapore, say experts
SINGAPORE: You might think that switching from single-use plastics to biodegradable plastic alternatives is good for the environment but in Singapore, there are “no effective differences”, experts said. They often end up in the same place – the incinerator, said Associate Professor Tong Ye...Read more -
Plastic bag bans are coming. Here’s what you need to know
From July 1, Queensland and Western Australia will ban single-use, lightweight plastic bags from major retailers, bringing the states into line with the ACT, South Australia and Tasmania. Victoria is set to follow, having announced plans in October 2017 to phase out most lightweight plastic bags...Read more -
Are Compostable Bags As Environmentally Friendly As We Think They Are?
Walk into any supermarket or retail store and the chances are you will see a variety of bags and packaging marked as compostable. For eco-friendly shoppers the world over, this can only be a good thing. After all, we all know that single-use plastics are the scourge of the environment, and to be...Read more -
The Ultimate Guide to Compostable Packaging Materials
The Ultimate Guide to Compostable Packaging Materials Ready to use compostable packaging? Here’s everything you need to know about compostable materials and how to teach your customers about end-of-life care. ot sure which type of mailer is best for your brand? Here’s what your busine...Read more -
What is a compostable packaging?
What is a compostable packaging? People often equate the term compostable with biodegradable. Compostable means that the product is capable of disintegrating into natural elements in a compost environment. This also means that it does not leave behind any toxicity in the soil. Some people also u...Read more -
Biodegradable vs. Compostable Packaging Materials
In our throw-away culture, there is a high need to create materials that can be less harmful for our environment; biodegradable and compostable packaging materials are two of the new green living trends. As we focus on making sure that more and more of what we throw out from our homes and offices...Read more -
Sustainability of biodegradable plastics: New problem or solution to solve the global plastic pollution?
Abstract Plastic usage is increasing the number of pollutants in the environment. Plastic particles and other plastic-based pollutants are found in our environment and food chain, posing a threat to human health. From this perspective, the biodegradable plastics material focuses on creating a mor...Read more -
New Biodegradable Plastic Decomposes in Sunlight and Air
Plastic waste is such a problem that it causes flooding in some parts of the world. As plastic polymers do not easily decompose, plastic pollution can clog up entire rivers. If it reaches the sea it ends up in enormous floating garbage patches. In a bid to tackle the global problem of plastic po...Read more -
‘Biodegradable’ plastic bags survive three years in soil and sea
Study found bags were still able to carry shopping despite environmental claims Plastic bags that claim to be biodegradable were still intact and able to carry shopping three years after being exposed to the natural environment, a study has found. The research for the first time tested compostabl...Read more
