These biodegradable plastics made from algae are a new hope for the environment
These biodegradable plastics made from algae are a new hope for the environment
  • Scientists have created biodegradable plastics from spirulina, a blue-green algae that is already used in cosmetics and foods.
  • Spirulina is a good choice for bioplastics because it is carbon neutral and can be cultivated on a large scale.
  • The mechanical properties of spirulina plastics are similar to single-use plastics derived from petroleum.
  • However, more research is needed to develop spirulina plastics on a commercial scale.

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by Cristen Hemingway Jaynes, World Economic Forum

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