It may just be the word of the year. But when it comes to sustainability, it’s difficult to know where to turn. There are so many different aspects of our lives - from fashion to beauty and technology - in which we’re being urged to become more sustainable and earth friendly, but everyone has a view, and they don’t always agree.
Reducing waste and the use of plastic
Plastic isn’t biodegradable, because it isn’t a natural material, and that’s what makes it so damaging to the environment. And if it does manage to break down, it’s extremely toxic to surrounding ecosystems.
Unfortunately, the majority of plastic waste is sent to landfills. According to the journal Science Advances, of
