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In this interview I’m joined by Cade Frost, CEO of ‘Source Bioplastic’ for a discussion about the potential of new plastic materials for assisting the planet in moving towards a healthier future.

It may seem like plastics and healthy can’t really go hand in hand but as one of the world’s largest industries it’s something that we can’t pretend is going to go away. And with such vast and destructive impact on the planet supply chains for plastics are a huge opportunity for creating improvements.

Moving from synthetic to bioplastics gives the immediate benefit of reducing dependency on fossil fuels but there is huge variation within these materials and if we are to move forward at scale there’s a lot to consider and iron out.

Cade had spent years anguished by the issue of plastic pollution and he recognised that it would take involvement from a full range of interests for real change to happen.

He’s made an incredible start by successfully developing a rapidly compostable plastic material made entirely from natural and non-toxic ingredients.
I really appreciate the point of view that he brings with regards to understanding the needs of manufacturers, the current limits of disposal facilities and the expansive potential when we consider moving things to a truly circular economy.

We discuss everything from the materials themselves, to the impact on society and even consider whether it’s possible for plastics to have a positive impact on the environment.