A strong focus of research in the last decade has been to find a replacement for the non-biodegradable plastic that is so popular and useful that it has become a worldwide disposal issue. Now a Canadian cosmetic firm, CTK Bio Canada, has developed a bioplastic resin designed to break down in soil and seawater. This bioplastic resin is designed to biodegrade by both industrial and home composing, as well as in unmanaged environments like soil and seawater. The company is now undertaking detailed experimental trials with academic partners to validate its technology ahead of anticipated commercial rollout in 2022. Keep your fingers crossed!
By Mike Daly
Guest Columnist
