As the world fights the mounting crisis of plastic pollution, innovators are turning to nature for sustainable alternatives. One such promising solution is seaweed — a marine plant with the potential to revolutionise the packaging industry.

Biodegradable, renewable, and abundant, seaweed-based packaging offers a viable replacement for conventional plastic. With India’s long coastline and rich marine biodiversity, seaweed farming is not only environmentally sustainable but also economically beneficial for coastal communities. Several Indian start-ups are now harnessing this resource to create packaging solutions that are both effective and eco-friendly.

Why seaweed?

Seaweed-based packaging decomposes within weeks, unlike plastic, which lingers for centuries. Additionally, it requires no fresh water, fertilisers, or pesticides for cultivation, making it one of the most sustainable raw materials available.

Seaweed’s high natural polymer content allows it to be moulded into various packaging forms, from films to pouches, without compromising on durability or........

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