As product designers look for more sustainable options to please increasingly environmentally savvy consumers, they are often looking at the advantages of bioplastics, such as lower production CO2 emissions, sustainable raw materials, biodegradability in many cases, and more…

You’ve probably had the conversation—“Should we try bioplastics for this?” Maybe it came from a buyer looking for greener packaging. Or a supplier pitching a more “sustainable” alternative. And now you’re stuck wondering: Is this actually a smart move…...