Plastic is a non-biodegradable material and has long-lasting negative effects on both the environment and public health. However, plastic has become the preferred material of manufacturers due to its cheapness, easy storage, cost-effectiveness, and convenience. Because of the above, the packaging industry is not looking to replace plastic anytime soon. However, they have noticed that the newer generations of consumers (aged 20 to 50 years old) are more likely to reject single-use plastic...

Plastic pollution should be on everyone’s mind, with single-use plastic items such as plastic bags and snack and food wrap packaging being at the top of the list. These items pose a serious risk globally by destroying natural environments, creating unmanageable waste, and increasing health hazards. A typical UK household generates 20 to 30 items of single-use plastic a week (most of which comprises soft plastic packaging such as film lids and food wrappers). This has led to an increase in...