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Biodegradable Plastics and the Methane Problem
We’ve talked before about the trouble with biodegradable plastics, and a new study highlighted yet another issue with these plant-based plastic alternatives: in the landfill, biodegradable plastics break down and produce methane.
Mushrooms: A Compostable Alternative to Plastic
Plastic is a scourge on the environment. Whether we’re talking packaging or car parts, most plastic products are single-use, which means they head right to the landfill or worse when they’ve outlived they’re usefulness. I’ve been running across some really cool mushroom-based alternatives to petroleum products, so I thought I’d share a couple of my favorites with you guys!
