We can't find the internet
Attempting to reconnect
Something went wrong!
Hang in there while we get back on track
Innovation of Biodegradable Seedling Cup Made of Calamansi Peel: An Alternative Solution to Decrease Microplastic
AI summary Read the abstract
This study tested calamansi citrus peel as a biodegradable alternative to plastic seedling cups, evaluating appearance, durability, water absorption, and nutrient content. Results suggest calamansi peel cups could serve as an eco-friendly substitute that reduces microplastic pollution from agricultural plastics.
This study assessed the feasibility of calamansi peel as primary material in making a seedling cup as an alternative solution to decrease microplastic. The following test have conducted and performed such as appearance test, drop test, water absorption test and nutrient content test to assess the strength, durability, water absorption, and nutrient to helps plant grow. The result of the study revealed the calamansi peel, vinegar, cornstarch, glycerin, and water are the materials needed to manufacture biodegradable seedling cup. It was concluded that seedling cup made in calamansi peel has a beneficial effect on plant growth because it contains nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. To launch this eco-friendly activity, it was recommended to work with the government to campaign this initiative and to align with ISO 14001 criteria to check the possible effect in the environment.
More Papers Like This
Waste utilization and optimization of calamansi peels: a formulation study on biodegradable microbeads
AI summary Read the abstract
Tiny plastic beads used as exfoliants in cosmetics are a direct source of microplastic pollution — and this Philippine study developed a biodegradable alternative made from the cellulose in calamansi citrus peel waste. The resulting beads matched industry size standards for exfoliants and performed well in both hand sanitizer and facial gel formulations, with good stability and texture. The work demonstrates a circular-economy approach: converting agricultural food waste into an eco-friendly substitute for synthetic microplastics in personal care products.
Biodegradability of pots made from empty fruit clusters of the oil palm (Elaeis guinnensis Jacq.) for agroforestry use in the Ucayali Region, Peru
AI summary Read the abstract
This study tested whether pots made from oil palm empty fruit bunches — a common agricultural waste — could biodegrade in soil instead of becoming microplastic pollution like conventional plastic nursery bags. Results showed the EFB-based pots broke down significantly under natural soil conditions, with degradation rates varying by environment (open, stored, or reforested soil). This matters because switching from plastic nursery bags to biodegradable alternatives could meaningfully reduce agricultural microplastic contamination.
Seedling Production in Eco-Friendly Tubes Manufactured with Beeswax and Cashew Nutshell
AI summary Read the abstract
This study developed and tested eco-friendly seedling production tubes made from beeswax and cashew nut shell liquid as biodegradable alternatives to plastic nursery containers. The plant-based tubes showed adequate physical durability and biodegraded in soil without leaving microplastic residues.
Preliminary Techno-Economic Feasibility of Biodegradable Food Packaging from Luffa Acutangula Peel in Indonesia
AI summary Read the abstract
Researchers conducted a preliminary techno-economic feasibility assessment of biodegradable food packaging made from Luffa acutangula peel as an alternative to conventional plastics, addressing growing concerns about microplastic and nanoplastic contamination from food packaging in Indonesia.
Characterization of Bio‐Based Phenolic Plasticizer Extracted From Rambutan Fruit Shell Waste: A Sustainable Alternative to Synthetic Plasticizers for Green Polymer Applications
AI summary Read the abstract
Researchers extracted and characterized a phenolic plasticizer from rambutan fruit shell waste using surfactant-assisted alkali-acid treatment, finding high thermal stability with peak degradation at 303°C and a crystallinity index suggesting compatibility with semicrystalline biopolymers as a potential bio-based alternative to synthetic plasticizers.
Research digests by email
When a large batch of papers lands in the Atlas, we read through it and send a short write-up of what stood out.