We now generate huge amounts of plastic waste, especially in the packaging industry and agriculture. Oil-based polymers are becoming more and more expensive, due to rising oil prices that are due in ...

Starch-based polymers have emerged as a sustainable alternative in textile applications, particularly in warp sizing where adhesion and film properties are of paramount importance. Recent advances ...

Soft, wearable sensors can improve our lives, but these soft and stretchable electronic devices are nearly impossible to recycle. As a result, this electronic waste usually ends up in landfills or ...

Starch-based plastics are a type of bioplastic made from renewable resources such as corn, wheat, or potato starch. These plastics are typically produced by extruding a blend of starch and ...

The "Biodegradable Polymers - A Global Market Overview" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global market for Biodegradable Polymers is estimated at US$7.4 billion in 2024 ...

The global bio-based polymers market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14% between 2022 and 2027. It currently represents a small fraction of the total production volume ...

Pollution affects human health and the environment in many ways. Air, water, and land pollution continue to damage ecosystems, with conventional materials—especially plastics—being a primary ...