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Scientists Create Durable Biodegradable Bamboo Plastic That’s Stronger Than Petroleum-Based Materials (happyeconews.com)

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A new biodegradable bamboo plastic could replace conventional plastics, offering a fully biodegradable alternative that is durable, recyclable, and easy to manufacture at scale.

Chinese researchers have developed a biodegradable bamboo plastic that not only rivals but surpasses traditional petroleum-based plastics in strength and thermal stability while decomposing naturally within 50 days. The breakthrough, published in Nature Communications in October 2025, could revolutionize manufacturing by offering a renewable, recyclable, and high-performance alternative for industries such as automotive and infrastructure.

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[–] zero_spelled_with_an_ecks@programming.dev 11 points 3 days ago

Researchers confirmed complete decomposition after burying samples in soil for under two months.

That's great compared to the compostable (in an industrial composter) ones out now. I wonder if there are specific conditions it needs for it or not.