Argentine Students Create Biodegradable Plastic Bags from Citrus Peels—They Degrade in Just 15 Days!

Valentín Fravoli (22) and Alejandro Unchalo (21), students from Technical School No. 2 in Tandil, Argentina, developed Citricplas — biodegradable plastic bags made from citrus peels. This innovative project, set to hit the market by the end of 2024, aims to raise awareness about non-biodegradable plastics and environmental care. The Citricplas bags will initially target the agricultural industry for packaging seeds and fertilizers. Depending on soil conditions and humidity, they biodegrade in 15 to 30 days, contributing nutrients to the soil and boosting microbiological load. The creators plan to expand production for general consumer use, allowing anyone to return the … Continue reading Argentine Students Create Biodegradable Plastic Bags from Citrus Peels—They Degrade in Just 15 Days!