As the world searches for alternatives to traditional packaging materials, what role do bioplastics have to play? We spoke with Hasso von Pogrell, Managing Director of European Bioplastics, to get his perspective on the upsides of bioplastics, potential applications, and the varied challenges that lie ahead.
What is the argument for switching to renewable materials in packaging wherever viable?
To meet the objectives of the EU Green Deal, we need to de-fossilise the planet, and it starts with switching to renewables, in the plastics industry, in the energy sector, wherever possible and applicable.
Biobased, biodegradable, and compostable plastics make significant contributions to a carbon-neutral Europe by acting as and helping create carbon sinks, all the while decreasing Europe’s dependency on finite fossil resources. Compostable plastics made from renewable resources play a crucial role in closing both the material and the carbon loop. At the same time, they help boost soil fertility by returning the biowaste’s nutrients in the form of high-value compost.
Biome Technologies plc (LON:BIOM) is a growth oriented, commercially driven technology group. The Group’s primary activity is the development of its fast growing business in bioplastics. The Group comprises two divisions: Biome Bioplastics and Stanelco RF Technologies.
