India people: What is the general reaction/prognosis on the 2022 phase out plan of single use plastics?
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We're going to see a shift towards dependence upon plant-derived "biodegradable" polymers grown in extractive farming operations in the global south.
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Plant-based yes. Biodegradable is much more challenging than people realize. I would guess in 80% of current applications, the tradeoffs on strength/durability are not viable.
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Totally didn't notice the "India people" bit of this 'til now. 'Scuse
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India announced a policy on that. It has all the big ecommerce and retail players in a panic. Nobody knows how to do supply chains without single use plastics right now.

