Plastic pollution is a big problem in the world today, and both businesses and activists are trying to find ways to fix it. Traditional plastic, especially single-use plastic, has been a major source of pollution for a long time because it takes so long to break down—hundreds of years in landfills and the seas. As a result, biodegradable plastics have become a promising option that could help cut down on pollution and waste. But not all biodegradable plastics do what they say they will do for the earth. Tests on recyclable plastic are very important for figuring out how well and safely these materials work in the long run.
