Biodegradable and Bio-based Plastics: Sustainable Alternatives to Traditional Plastics (2025 Guide)

Bio-based and biodegradable plastics promised to cut reliance on fossil feedstocks and reduce pollution at end of life. But their benefits hinge on polymer chemistry, application fit, and the infrastructure systems that collect and treat them - just as the EU’s PPWR raises the bar on recycled-content, recyclability and certain applications. Discover the latest biodegradable and bio-based plastics, EU regulations (PPWR 2025), and sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics in this article.