Green Biodegradable Plastics Exhibit High Potential for Growth

Biodegradable plastics possess a higher potential for growth in comparison with the existing eco-friendly technologies in the chemical and renewable energy sectors, as these biodegradable plastics come under the “green” category. This is evident as the opportunities are growing for biodegradable plastics in areas that include healthcare, packaging/plastic bags, electronics, automotive, agriculture and consumer goods. Factors such as green procurement policies, governmental measures and climate change contribute to the growth of this sector.

An analysis from Frost & Sullivan titled “Biodegradable Plastics-A Strategic Assessment of Technology Status and Application Prospects” indicates that biodegradable products are mostly used in two sectors that include packaging and consumer products. Rigid packaging and film packaging are two sectors that have attracted this material most, reveals the analysis.

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"Cost Less, Mean More": A $10 Trillion Product Revolution

An Australian expression I love and use constantly is "No worries!" That phrase captures the essence of an entrepreneur's faith. And it captures my faith that it will be our entrepreneurs, rather than government, that lead the way in figuring out solutions to our current environmental and economic mess. My attendance at the Cleantech Open re-enforced this faith as I enjoyed an entire day listening to entrepreneurs pitching how their green products will save the planet, grow jobs and make money. And here's the key maturation in green business that has just occurred this year. ALL of these entrepreneurs had price competitiveness at the core of their green product designs.

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BASF launches biodegradable packaging plastic

BASF has released Ecovio FS, a biodegradable plastic designed for use in packaging applications.

The new product is designed to offer thickness and flexibility to manufacturers of shrink film-based wrapping, while maintaining good environmental performance.

Key to its sustainable nature is its use of renewable raw materials sourced from substances such as corn starch, allowing it to biodegrade more rapidly than other similar products.

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