Hello, my name is Damian. I'm a recent graduate from the University of Birmingham and currently based in Surrey. Today, I want to talk to you about an innovation I recently found out about from my job in sustainability. This innovation comes from a company called Flexi and it is a sustainable seaweed-derived material used for packaging.
What I really like about this innovation is that it solves some of the issues associated with bioplastics. Many people are unaware that bioplastics require specific lab-made conditions to biodegrade. This means that if they end up in a landfill or the ocean and cannot biodegrade, they do not solve the problem of plastic waste created by fossil fuels. Additionally, bioplastics can create harmful toxins just like fossil fuel plastics.
The material used by Flexi, however, naturally decomposes in a matter of weeks. This means that if the packaging made from this material ends up in the sea, landfill, or even in someone's at-home compost bin, it will decompose quickly. This is a solution to the problem of plastic waste. Furthermore, the material is derived from seaweed, so it does not require land that could be used for forests or crops.
In conclusion, I really like this innovation from Flexi because it addresses many of the problems associated with normal plastics and some bioplastics. It provides solutions and is a step towards a more sustainable future. Thank you for listening.
