Taro (Colocasia esculenta) and sea grapes (Caulerpa lentillifera) as potential materials for making bioplastic
Izel Joy Saray,
Aileen Grace Fuentes,
Leomarich Casinillo
Abstract:Plastic pollution has become a global concern, and the country Philippines is one of the plastic waste generators worldwide. The accumulation of non-recyclable, single-use plastics threatens marine life and contributes to global warming. This study aimed to contribute to reducing plastic pollution and provide insights into sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. Hence, this research explores the potential of bioplastics as an alternative to traditional plastics. Specifically, this study primarily foc… Show more
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