The Spud Raincoat by Equilicuá aims to be as educational as it is useful, illustrating the potential of compostable materials that are as effective as their less environmentally-friendly counterparts. The jacket, though indistinguishable from any other raincoat, is made entirely from potato starch bioplastic, and as a final feat of eco-consciousness, can actually be planted in the ground, releasing a concealed packet of seed that will be nourished by the jacket material as it biodegrades. Containing Mediterranean plant seeds contained in Spanish clay balls and fabricated from French potatoes by a German bioplastics firm, the Spud Raincoat is verily a [...]
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February 26, 2009
Bioplastics: Toyota Aiming to Make Cars Out of Seaweed
Toyota is planning to make a car out of seaweed. Based on their existing 1/X plug-in hybrid concept (seen above), the future vehicle will be an ultralight, very efficient plug-in hybrid. A bioplastic (theoretically made out of abundant seaweed) would replace the existing carbon-fiber material currently in use for the body of the car. Unfortunately, this kind of green fantasy is about fifteen years away from being a reality.
Wired explains:
A kelp car is not as far-fetched as it might sound. Bioplastics are being used for everything from gift cards to cellphone cases. Demand for the stuff is expected to hit [...]
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