Understanding the Facts Behind Biodegradable Plastics
As the world moves toward sustainability, biodegradable plastics have become a hot topic. However, many misconceptions surround their effectiveness, impact, and proper disposal. Let’s clear up some of the most common myths and explain how Midori-Bio’s Advanced BioRecycling™ technology offers a science-backed solution to plastic waste.
Myth #1: Biodegradable Plastics Break Down Anywhere
The Reality: The term “biodegradable” does not mean a material will break down in any environment. Many biodegradable plastics require specific conditions, such as industrial composting facilities with controlled heat and moisture, to decompose efficiently.
Traditional biodegradable plastics may persist in landfills and oceans due to a lack of necessary conditions for breakdown.
Midori-Bio’s Advanced BioRecycling™ additive works differently—it activates in real-world environments like landfills and marine ecosystems where microbial activity is present.
Myth #2: Biodegradable Plastics Leave No Trace Behind
The Reality: Some biodegradable plastics still create microplastics as they break down, contributing to pollution.
Many “biodegradable” labels do not guarantee complete breakdown into natural elements.
Midori-Bio’s Advanced BioRecycling™ additive is designed to enhance microbial degradation, helping reduce microplastic accumulation and promoting a more natural breakdown process.
Myth #3: Biodegradable Plastics Can Be Recycled Like Regular Plastics
The Reality: Mixing biodegradable plastics with traditional recyclable plastics can contaminate recycling streams, making entire batches of plastic unusable.
Traditional biodegradable plastics often require separate disposal methods, which can be confusing for consumers and difficult to manage in waste facilities.
Advanced BioRecycling™ offers a unique advantage—it integrates seamlessly into existing plastic production, allowing plastics to maintain their recyclability while also supporting end-of-life degradation in non-recyclable waste streams.
Myth #4: Biodegradable Plastics Are the Ultimate Solution to Plastic Waste
The Reality: While biodegradable solutions help address plastic waste, they are only part of the solution. A comprehensive approach includes:
Improved waste management and recycling efforts
Sustainable material innovations like advanced additives
Consumer education on proper disposal practices
Midori-Bio’s Advanced BioRecycling™ technology enhances the end-of-life disposal of plastics, making them more sustainable without disrupting existing manufacturing and recycling systems.
The Truth About Smarter Plastic Solutions
Biodegradable plastics alone won’t solve the plastic waste crisis. However, advanced plastic additives like Advanced BioRecycling™ provide a realistic, scalable, and science-backed solution that helps plastic break down more effectively in unmanaged waste environments.
