India, April 20 -- While alternative plastics play a role in addressing the plastic problem, their widespread adoption may necessitate investment in waste management infrastructure for collection and processing

Alternative plastics encompass a variety of materials and approaches aimed at replacing traditional fossil fuel-derived plastics. Bioplastics, derived from renewable sources like plants or agricultural byproducts, offer a sustainable alternative by reducing reliance on fossil fuels and potentially lowering greenhouse gas emissions. They can be bio-based (made from renewable feedstocks) or biodegradable (capable of breaking down under specific conditions). Biodegradable plastics, designed to naturally decompose through biological p...