According to multiple studies, the biodegradable bags currently on the market still take too long to decompose in the natural environment, so they require disposal in a dedicated composting facility.
According to the researchers, there is no evidence of their actual effectiveness. They may not lead to major improvements in combating land and marine pollution.
This is further proof that science has not yet found a valid substitute for plastic and, above all, that banning it is of no use unless people are educated to adopt more planet-friendly attitudes.
