“I've learned all the DIRTY SECRETS of so-called "plastic alternatives" while working as a materials engineer in the sustainability space.”
These days it's commonplace for your straw to have an "ocean-friendly" claim and for your takeout food to come with a fork "made from plants". These claims might have a hint of truth to them but tend to be largely misleading. As a materials engineer, I'm familiar with the data behind all these "plastic alternatives" and I'd love the opportunity to demystify this new frontier so you and I can make more informed and sustainable decisions.
