A San Diego startup says it’s made the world’s first 100% biodegradable sneaker \u2014 and that most of the competition is greenwashing. But what does it mean to be “biodegradable”? And are biodegradable plastics really better for the planet? We tested six brands’ claims and explore why it’s so hard to make an environmentally friendly shoe.<\/p>\n
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\n00:51 – What Is Biodegradation?
\n01:42 – The Challenge Of Making Biodegradable Shoes
\n02:49 – Manufacturing Biodegradable Sneakers
\n05:35 – Putting Biodegradation To The Test
\n07:14 – Biodegradation Testing Results
\n09:36 – Bio-based Vs. Biodegradable
\n10:05 – Which Shoes Are Really Bio-based?
\n11:08 – The Trouble With “Biodegradable” Marketing Labels
\n13:02 – Conventional Sneakers Create Microplastics
\n13:39 – Conclusion
\n14:17 – Credits<\/p>\n
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