57: Bioplastics

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References and Further Reading

1. https://www.wrap.org.uk/sites/files/wrap/3Rs%20Recycling%20Highlights%202015%20FINAL%20FOR%20PUBLICATION.pdf
2. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/plastic
3. https://www.sciencehistory.org/the-history-and-future-of-plastics
4. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/2018/11/are-bioplastics-made-from-plants-better-for-environment-ocean-plastic/
5. https://www.bpf.co.uk/sustainability/plastics_recycling.aspx
6. https://www.recyclenow.com/recycling-knowledge/how-is-it-recycled/plastics
7. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-27442625
8. https://www.bpf.co.uk/plastipedia/plastics_history/default.aspx
9. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/2018/11/are-bioplastics-made-from-plants-better-for-environment-ocean-plastic/
10. https://www.thoughtco.com/plastic-chemical-composition-608930
11. https://www.bpf.co.uk/plastipedia/how-is-plastic-made.aspx
12. https://www.activesustainability.com/environment/what-are-bioplastics/
13. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/a-brief-history-of-plastic-world-conquest/

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