Supermarkets Shift to Biodegradable Plastic Bags
Recent studies indicate that biodegradable plastics, which break down into microplastics, may pose a greater risk to soil health and plant growth compared to traditional plastics, particularly in the short term.
In 2022, global plastic production soared to 400 million tonnes, with a significant portion deemed non-recyclable. Environmental degradation occurs when larger plastic items fragment into smaller, often microscopic particles that can be challenging to detect and mitigate.
In an effort to combat microplastic pollution, various industries have embraced biodegradable plastics, also referred to as bioplastics. However, evidence suggests that these alternatives might have unintended negative impacts.
