The search for a biodegradable counterpart to plastic continues to throw up some surprising and innovative suggestions. The Harvard Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering recently announced their surprising new lead in the search for an alternative to plastic material; shrimp shells.
When mixed with a protein made from silk, researchers claim “Shrilk (as it is known) breaks down within two weeks in the environment, and even serves as an effective stimulant for plant growth”. These findings although promising, will be unlikely to have any industrial application until research is more conclusive. Perhaps until then, recycling is best.
Easypack are a manufacturer with a conscience, which is why we are doing all in our power to protect our planet for future generations. In 2013 alone our recycled paper saved up to 155,000 trees* from being cut down, that”s a whopping 155 forests*!
*Figures are derived from the weight of paper sold, based on one ton of paper using 26 virgin trees to produce. The definition of a forest is generally accepted to be at least 1000 trees in the same square foot area.
