Author: Editor
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Blaming the culprits of the Plastic Treaty fiasco
https://www.bairdmaritime.com/work-boat-world/research-environment-training/feature-tough-us-stance-casts-gloom-on-plastics-pollution-deal-after-geneva-flop
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A one-step process created a reusable, compostable material from gelatin
https://www.foodmanufacturing.com/packaging/news/22948107/reusable-jelly-ice-keeps-things-cold-without-meltwater
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Leveraging biogenic resources to achieve global plastic decarbonization by 2050
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-62877-6
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Ecological risk assessment of PBAT/PLA mulch-derived microplastics on vegetable growth using a species sensitivity distribution approach
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0147651325012266?dgcid=rss_sd_all
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Eco-friendly plastic invented: opportunities for utilizing the new method (Uzbekistan)
https://zamin.uz/en/technology/157511-eco-friendly-plastic-invented-opportunities-for-utilizing-the-new-method.html
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BIH’s biodegradable seafood packaging to impact WA’s seafood industry
https://www.packaging-gateway.com/news/bih-biodegradable-seafood-packaging-wa/?cf-view&cf-closed https://www.murdoch.edu.au/news/articles/biofoam-boxes-greening-wa-s-lucrative-seafood-industry
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EU is in economic crisis and the Plastic industry is the canary in the coal mine
EU is sliding in an economic crisis due to the European Commission’s mismanagement. This is a FREE article
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Global negotiations to limit plastic pollution fall apart at UN (Video)
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BBC documentary on Plastic Treaty
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NEXE Innovations Makes Additional Delivery to ecoBeans Coffee as it Experiences Strong Initial Pickup on Amazon
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/08/15/3134179/0/en/NEXE-Innovations-Makes-Additional-Delivery-to-ecoBeans-Coffee-as-it-Experiences-Strong-Initial-Pickup-on-Amazon.html
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Denver could soon require lots more composting. Who will get their hands dirty?
https://denverite.com/2025/08/15/denver-new-composting-rules-waste-no-more
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Enhanced UV-C resistance of 3D-printed poly(lactic acid)/glass fiber composites: Structural stability and sustainable design
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S294982282500557X
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Impact of High-Dose Gamma Irradiation on PLA/PBAT Blends Reinforced with Cellulose Nanoparticles from Pineapple Leaves
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.1021/acsomega.5c06115
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Plastic from plants
https://www.iom3.org/resource/plastic-from-plants.html
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Thai Science Fair Showcases Rice-To-Bioplastics Breakthroughs At Mhesi Fair 2025
https://www.khaosodenglish.com/sponsored/2025/08/15/thai-science-fair-showcases-rice-to-bioplastics-breakthroughs-at-mhesi-fair-2025
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China Announces Additional 90 Day Suspension of Tariffs on US Goods
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Indonesia biofuels annual report
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Why no plastic treaty is a good thing
Well, a plastic treaty would have been an empty box. Plastic is produced so efficiently due to economic and technical…
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Composting 101: What You Can and Can’t Throw Into Your Compost Bin
https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/composting-101-what-you-can-cant-throw-compost-bin
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The WEF Baby foundation supports a EU Circular Economy Act
https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/news/the-foundation-signs-a-joint-letter-on-the-eu-circular-economy-act
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Corporate lobbyists challenge plastic production cuts and waste management reform in Africa
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Solinatra resins: Bio-based and biodegradable materials designed for manufacturing and proven in use
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A new leaf-inspired design brings bioplastics to the big leagues
A new leaf-inspired design brings bioplastics to the big leagues
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US Chemical engineers develop bioplastic that breaks down in soil
https://www.thechemicalengineer.com/news/leaf-it-out-chemical-engineers-develop-bioplastic-that-breaks-down-in-soil
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Lunchskins Launches Revolutionary Home Compostable Freezer-Safe Storage Bags
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lunchskins-launches-revolutionary-home-compostable-freezer-safe-storage-bags-302528479.html
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Ambient Pressure Microwave-Driven Catalytic Conversion of Lignin to Phenolic Blend for Soy Protein Adhesive Application
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.1021/acssuschemeng.5c05561
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Investigation of the mechanical properties of pineapple leaf fibre-reinforced biocomposites
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-12044-0
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Plastics Treaty ‘Draft Text is Completely Unacceptable’ (Ocean Conservancy)
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Ocean protection group covers art with waste to build support for plastics treaty
https://nypost.com/2025/08/13/world-news/ocean-protection-group-covers-art-with-waste-to-build-support-for-plastics-treaty
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When recyclable beats compostable: the case for data
https://www.packaging-gateway.com/features/when-recyclable-beats-compostable-the-case-for-data/?cf-view
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Exploring key plastic alternatives and industry case studies
https://www.packaging-gateway.com/features/exploring-key-plastic-alternatives-and-industry-case-studies/?cf-view&cf-closed
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Stop letting a small minority derail the plastics treaty: WWF
https://www.eco-business.com/opinion/stop-letting-a-small-minority-derail-the-plastics-treaty-wwf
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Plastics Europe circularity director urges recycled content targets in UN treaty
https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/un-plastic-treaty-circularity.html
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Plastic Treaty should ban Compostable Plastics
Plastic Treaty should ban compostable plastics such as PLA and PBAT PBAT is a fossil based co-polymer mixed with bio-based…
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Scientists turn grapevine waste into clear, strong films that vanish in days
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/08/250812234523.htm
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The use of bacteria as an effective tool in the fight against plastic for a cleaner future
The use of bacteria as an effective tool in the fight against plastic for a cleaner future
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Bioplastic to reduce daily plastic use: research report
https://vietnamnews.vn/environment/1723057/bioplastic-to-reduce-daily-plastic-use-research-report.html
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Cortec launches certified compostable 100% biobased bioplastic
https://www.sustainableplastics.com/news/cortec-launches-certified-compostable-100-biobased-bioplastic
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Sustainable DNA-polysaccharide hydrogels as recyclable bioplastics
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-62682-1
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Alliance to end plastic waste report 2024
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Dow and Mura cancel chemical recycling plant in Germany
https://www.recyclingtoday.com/news/dow-mura-technology-cancel-chemical-recycling-plant-in-germany
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Closed Loop Impact Report 2024
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Avantium close to bankruptcy
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Clariant Catalysts and Shanghai Electric launch alliance to advance China’s energy transition
https://www.clariant.com/en/Corporate/News/2025/07/Clariant-Catalysts-and-Shanghai-Electric-launch-alliance-to-advance-Chinas-energy-transition
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Klaus Schwab is kicked out of his birthday party and will Ellen MacArthur be next?
Don’t you think they look very similar? They seem to have the same taylor. Sometimes I wonder if Ellen Macarthur…
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Can a Treaty Stop the Ocean from Drowning in Plastic? (Sea Shepperd)
https://www.seashepherdglobal.org/latest-news/plastics-treaty
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Why PLA must have a place in the Global Plastics Treaty
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PBAT Compostable paint container
https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11387615
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Unocking new potential for natural gas–based bioplastic production
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1093936
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Guangdong launches world’s first 200,000 tons/year plastic recycling plant
https://global.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202507/12/WS6871c65ba31000e9a573ba30.html
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NREL publishes carbon fiber composite deconstruction method
https://www.compositesworld.com/news/nrel-publishes-carbon-fiber-composite-deconstruction-method
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The oceans may contain much, much more plastic than previously thought
https://grist.org/science/oceans-contain-more-plastic-than-previously-thought
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Argentinian brand introduces the first locally produced compostable coffee capsules, sustainable innovation
Argentinian brand introduces the first locally produced compostable coffee capsules, sustainable innovation
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Controlled Degradation of PBAT for PBAT/PLA Blend Melt-Blown Nonwovens
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/marc.202500276?af=R
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EPA Withdraws Proposed SNURs for 18 Chemicals Made from Plastic Waste-Based Feedstocks
https://www.lawbc.com/epa-withdraws-proposed-snurs-for-18-chemicals-made-from-plastic-waste-based-feedstocks
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Transforming biodegradable polymers into functional electronics
https://www.asiaresearchnews.com/content/transforming-biodegradable-polymers-functional-electronics
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Coulée Coffee, First Fully Compostable Pour-Over Coffee System, Names David Schultz Chief Revenue Officer, Fueling Growth Momentum
Coulée Coffee, First Fully Compostable Pour-Over Coffee System, Names David Schultz Chief Revenue Officer, Fueling Growth Momentum
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Diversey launches TASKI SUS Compostable Cloths range
https://cleaningmag.com/news/diversey-launches-taski-sus-compostable-cloths-range
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Exploring the Miscibility Challenges of bio-based PLA/PBAT Backbones in Aluminium Feedstock for Metal Material Extrusion (MMEX)
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025027173
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WRAP urges final push for global plastics treaty
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European Commission pushes Circular Economy Act with public consultation
https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/eu-circular-economy-act-public-consultation.html
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German nazi cabal for compostable plastics
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Inside The Science Of PLA: The Eco-Friendly Biodegradable Plastic Born From Sugarcane And Science
https://www.etvbharat.com/en/!technology/inside-the-science-of-pla-biodegradable-plastic-born-from-sugarcane-and-science-enn25071604897
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Net Hero Podcast – Chewbacca, bin bags and bioplastics
https://www.energylivenews.com/2025/07/16/net-hero-podcast-chewbacca-bin-bags-and-bioplastics
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One World Products Acquires Eco Bio Plastics, Advancing U.S. Manufacturing and Sustainable Packaging Innovation
https://www.newmediawire.com/news/one-world-products-acquires-eco-bio-plastics-advancing-u-s-manufacturing-and-sustainable-packaging-innovation-7081311
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Maximizing Polylactic Acid Bioplastic Yield from Lactobacillus rhamnosus L6 via Response Surface Methodology: Evaluating Antimicrobial Effectiveness, Physical, and Chemical Properties of PLA
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.1021/acsomega.5c03643
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Meet 4 chemistry start-ups navigating uncertainty in the Trump era
https://cen.acs.org/business/start-ups/Meet-4-chemistry-start-ups/103/web/2025/08
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Brokers of scientific fraud growing rapidly, study finds
https://cen.acs.org/policy/publishing/Brokers-scientific-fraud-growing-rapidly/103/web/2025/08
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Clemson’s Sustainable Packaging Innovation Lab Awards $2.5 million to drive export-ready packaging innovations
https://news.clemson.edu/clemsons-sustainable-packaging-innovation-lab-awards-2-5-million-to-drive-export-ready-packaging-innovations/
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Sustainable Car Materials – The Future of Eco-Friendly Automotive Design (Pakistan)
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EU Commission accused of massive fraudulent EU funds attribution
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Bio-based packaging for meat products
https://biooekonomie.de/en/news/bio-based-packaging-meat-products
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Biffa closes UK recycling plant amid regulatory uncertainty and waste exports
https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/uk-recycling-plant-shutdown-biffa-regulations.html
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Plastic Treaty talks are political blabla
The Plastic Treaty talks are starting again. An important moment for the United Nations to show its relevance …. or…
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Just Stop Oil makes a mega gaffe (Video)
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Berlin Packaging details progress toward SBTi-validated targets
https://www.packagingdive.com/news/berlin-packaging-2024-sustainability-report-emissions-reduction/753528
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Trump ridicules the European Commission with new plastic straw mandates
https://www.eenews.net/articles/trump-pushes-plastic-straw-purchases
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Local company aims to reduce environment pollution with biodegradable packaging (video)
https://www.wcjb.com/2025/08/05/local-company-aims-reduce-environment-pollution-with-biodegradable-packaging
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Tiderock Companies, Inc. Enters Exclusive European Distribution Agreement with NextGen Bioplastics, Accelerating Sustainable Packaging Expansion Across Europe
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tiderock-companies-inc-enters-exclusive-123000729.html https://www.cleanthesky.com/innovation/nextgen-bioplastics
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Binghamton University researchers develop process to turn food waste into biodegradable plastic
https://www.binghamton.edu/news/story/5671/binghamton-university-researchers-develop-process-to-turn-food-waste-into-biodegradable-plastics
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Packaging in Indonesia: Researchers explore reuse options as circularity barriers prevail
https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/circular-packaging-barriers-indonesia.html
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Tariffs deal leads to Anti-Americanism, but where does it come from?
Europeans believe that they’re the butt of the joke regarding the latest EU-US tariff deal. Ursula von der Leyen betrayed…
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Extra-Strong Bacterial Cellulose Sheets as a Biodegradable Alternative to Plastic
https://www.technologynetworks.com/tn/news/extra-strong-bacterial-cellulose-sheets-as-a-biodegradable-alternative-to-plastic-402532
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Microbes from the wild help scientists craft plastic that melts back into nature
https://interestingengineering.com/science/plastic-that-melts-into-nature
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Avoiding misleading eco-claims (Trinidad and Tobago)
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Huhtamaki launches new compostable ice cream cups
https://www.fnbnews.com/Top-News/huhtamaki-launches-new-compostable-ice-cream-cups-83306
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University at Buffalo Details Solvent Recycling for Sustainable Plastics Management
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AI-assisted sorting, other new technologies could improve plastic recycling
https://www.buffalo.edu/postdoc/news.host.html/content/shared/university/news/news-center-releases/2025/07/plastic-recycling-improvements.detail.html
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Biomimetic layered, ecological, advanced, multi-functional film for sustainable packaging (Study)
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-61693-2
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New process turns food waste into biodegradable plastic
https://www.imeche.org/news/news-article/new-process-turns-food-waste-into-biodegradable-plastic
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Environmental life cycle assessment of renewable starch alternative plastic: a comparative analysis of end-of-life scenarios in the Republic of Korea
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0959652625015288
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Murdoch University research on Bioplastics
https://english.news.cn/asiapacific/20250719/1412aceca98946e9961c9eb9edbdd145/c.html
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Hungry bugs and disappearing bioplastics hold key to ending plastic waste crisis, say scientists
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Green labels on plastic packaging can mislead consumers, survey reveals
https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/misleading-green-labels-plastic-packaging.html
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Origin Materials signs PET bottle cap agreement with Hordijk
https://ecoplasticsinpackaging.com/end-markets/beverages/origin-signs-pet-bottle-cap-agreement-with-hordijk
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Last Chance To Forge Treaty To End Plastic Pollution Crisis
https://wwf.org.au/news/2025/last-chance-to-forge-treaty-to-end-plastic-pollution-crisis
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World in $1.5tn ‘plastics crisis’ hitting health from infancy to old age, report warns
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/aug/03/world-in-15tn-plastics-crisis-hitting-health-from-infancy-to-old-age-report-warns
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Boulder-based organization seeks to make pet food bags sustainable
https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/boulder-based-organization-seeks-to-make-pet-food-bags-sustainable
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Researchers make fascinating discoveries that could have major impact on agriculture: ‘Potential risks’
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Scientists unveil bioplastic that degrades at room temperature, and outperforms petroplastics
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/08/250803011823.htm
