Find out how a small biotechnology company in Oban, Scotland are tackling the twin issues of food waste and plastic pollution through taking an innovative approach.
CuanTec use by-products from the food industry to create new packaging materials. Head of Science, Dr Tracey White tells us about their bioplastic, which not only extends the shelf life of food wrapped within it, but it also breaks down completely, unlike regular plastics which take about 450 years to decompose.
You can find out more about CuanTec and chitin at https://www.cuantec.com