Canada is seen as leading the way in banning single-use plastics. But how comprehensive are these actions, and how realistic is the dream of a zero-waste future?
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The environmental awards gave cash to climate scientists, conservationists and inventors.
Biodegradable bags still strong enough to carry shopping after three years in the ground show that ‘biodegradability’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.
Don’t believe what you read on the label: ‘biodegradable’ bags might not break down in landfill.
Much of the trash on Canadian shorelines can be traced to five food companies. We could soon see more compostable and edible packaging.
New types of biodegradable or compostable plastic products seem to offer an alternative to conventional plastics. But they may be no better for the environment.
Plant-based, sustainable plastics may hold many of the answers to our plastic problems.
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Professor of Natural Sciences, UCL
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Professor in Molecular Biosciences, Deakin University
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Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab, Professor in Food Distribution and Policy, Dalhousie University
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Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of York
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Professor emeritus, Auckland University of Technology
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PhD Researcher, Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies, University of Bath
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Post-Graduate Researcher and Food Education Manager, University of Guelph
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Associate Professor in Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management, University of Guelph
