Statements (47)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
Plastic
|
| gptkbp:built |
gptkb:Polylactic_acid_(PLA)
Starch Cellulose Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) |
| gptkbp:hasImpactOn |
Waste management
Marine life Landfills |
| gptkbp:hasSpecialty |
Decomposes naturally
Reduces plastic pollution Breaks down into non-toxic components Made from renewable resources |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Biodegradable Plastics
|
| gptkbp:isChallengedBy |
Performance issues
Consumer awareness Cost of production Decomposition conditions |
| gptkbp:isConsidered |
Sustainable alternative
|
| gptkbp:isFamilyFriendly |
Yes
|
| gptkbp:isIncorporatedIn |
Soil
Water Home composting systems Industrial composting facilities |
| gptkbp:isMarketedAs |
Eco-friendly product
Biobased product Compostable product |
| gptkbp:isPartOf |
Conventional plastics
|
| gptkbp:isPromotedBy |
Environmental organizations
Sustainable businesses Government_policies |
| gptkbp:isRegulatedBy |
Environmental agencies
|
| gptkbp:isSubjectTo |
Research and development
Market demand Consumer preferences Regulatory standards |
| gptkbp:isTestedFor |
Toxicity
Environmental impact Mechanical properties Decomposition rate |
| gptkbp:isUsedIn |
Packaging
Food containers Trash bags Disposable cutlery Agricultural_films |
| gptkbp:isVisitedBy |
Material scientists
Biotechnologists Chemical_engineers |