Biodegradable plastics are sold as a simple fix for a world drowning in packaging, but the reality is far messier than the marketing suggests. Labels that promise bags, cups, and utensils will ...

Plastic pollution is one of the most defining environmental challenges of our time. Despite efforts to recycle or responsibly dispose of plastic, vast garbage patches in the oceans continue to grow, ...

A 2026 industry review highlights the growing use of biodegradable and recycled 3D printing filaments, from PLA and PHA to upcycled nylon and wood composites. Clear definitions of bio-based, ...

Biodegradable plastics are usually sought after for their ability to break down quickly. However, this does not tell us how ...

Recent research took a deep dive into claims about biodegradable textiles. Fabric made from natural or wood-based cellulose fiber took four weeks to degrade completely in the ocean, according to a ...

Green Science Alliance developed plant biomass based biodegradable mulch film for agriculture. This product can be purchased ...

Biodegradable plastics hold potential for reducing marine plastic pollution, but degrade too quickly, limiting their ...

It sounds counterintuitive to say that drinking straws are helping the corals off the coast of Florida but that's the case. The straws are biodegradable and being used in an unconventional way. Reef ...