r/todayilearned • u/what_is_the_deal_ • Jul 19 '21

TIL chemists have developed two plant-based plastic alternatives to the current fossil fuel made plastics. Using chemical recycling instead of mechanical recycling, 96% of the initial material can be recovered.

https://academictimes.com/new-plant-based-plastics-can-be-chemically-recycled-with-near-perfect-efficiency/
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u/[deleted] Jul 19 '21

Grow your own food

In my 2 bedroom flat with 0 outdoor space

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u/BIGBIRD1176 Jul 19 '21
  1. Get a better house

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u/[deleted] Jul 19 '21

Of course... why didn't I think of that