You cannot make plastic without cellulose (the organic compound that is also key to plants’ cell walls). It is largely obtained from petroleum. Yet petroleum-based plastics are harmful to human health and, of course, to the environment.
Hemp, however, is both an excellent source of cellulose and is sustainable too. Here are seven ways in which hemp-based plastic could solve the plastic pollution problem.
According to Green Flower, hemp plastic:
1. is completely biodegradable
2. is non-toxic
3. could help save endangered wildlife
4. is extraordinarily versatile
5. decreases environmental pollutants
6. is stronger than petroleum-based plastics
7. is a renewable resource
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You cannot make plastic without cellulose (the organic compound that is also key to plants’ cell walls). It is largely obtained from petroleum. Yet petroleum-based plastics are harmful to human health and, of course, to the environment.
Hemp, however, is both an excellent source of cellulose and is sustainable too. Here are seven ways in which hemp-based plastic could solve the plastic pollution problem.
According to Green Flower, hemp plastic:
1. is completely biodegradable
2. is non-toxic
3. could help save endangered wildlife
4. is extraordinarily versatile
5. decreases environmental pollutants
6. is stronger than petroleum-based plastics
7. is a renewable resource