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Scientists have figured out way to make algae-based plastic that completely decomposes (abcnews.go.com)
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[–] Sidyctism@feddit.de 2 points 5 months ago

The problem with cardboard isnt that it decomposes, but that its made of paper, which absorbs fluids. Its also not really possible to make air-proof packaging with cardboard.