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June 24, 2011

Study: Biodegradable plastics can release methane.

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Study: Biodegradable plastics can release methane.
A new study found that biodegradable plastics can release large amounts of methane gas when they break down in landfills. Methane is one of the most problematic greenhouse gases, able to trap much more heat than carbon dioxide, making it a major contributor to global warming. It's also flammable.
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