Friedmann: The bioplastics market is too small to impact climate change
Julio Friedmann · From biowaste to “biogold” · Jun 9, 2022 · at 35:18
Julio Friedmann discusses whether bioplastics and bio-materials can significantly move the needle on carbon emissions.
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“So the entire plastics market is barely climate relevant. So if you're thinking about something that can deliver a big climate solution, bioplastics isn't it. You cannot balance the atmosphere's needs on making yoga pants and hoodies.”
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