2. Biodegradable Plastic Bags
“Biodegradable” plastic bags might sound like a solution to plastic pollution, but the reality is far less promising. Most of these bags require industrial composting facilities to fully break down. If tossed in regular landfills or the environment, they persist much like conventional plastics, posing ongoing threats to wildlife. Production still relies heavily on fossil fuels, undermining any eco-friendly claims. As BBC News reports, improper disposal means these bags often do more harm than good, misleading well-intentioned consumers.