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

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[–] [email protected] 13 points 1 year ago (8 children)

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.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (7 children)

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

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago (6 children)

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

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year 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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