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Scientists have figured out way to make algae-based plastic that completely decomposes (abcnews.go.com)

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[-] blazera@lemmy.world 13 points 6 months ago

I think if we find materials that breakdown in a useful way, it creates an incentive to make use of those products that have a shelf life. But more importantly creating a waste product that is beneficial.

Cardboard. It composts well.

[-] Jarix@lemmy.world 4 points 6 months ago

I go through more cardboard than garbage. It's not useful for many packaging or shipping solutions

[-] blazera@lemmy.world 5 points 6 months ago

Right, generally whenever fluids or outdoor exposure is a concern. Because it decomposes.

[-] Sidyctism@feddit.de 2 points 6 months ago

The problem with cardboard isnt that it decomposes, but that its made of paper, which absorbs fluids. Its also not really possible to make air-proof packaging with cardboard.

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