Effective immediately, the chemical Bisphenol A is officially considered toxic in Canada. BPA, as you’re likely aware, is a chemical commonly found in plastics, food cans, water bottles, and paper receipts. BPA mimics the hormone estrogen and has been linked to a number of severe health woes, including … Read ahead
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With so much focus on environmentally friendly products (solar powered devices, hybrid automobiles, etc.) it is easy to see how plastics derived from algae can really take our green revolution to the next level. The same thing happened with paper products not too long ago when demand for recycled goods rose. Using recycled paper in packaging and shipping became a no-brainer. Well, imagine buying a hybrid car that isn’t just good for the environment when it comes to fuel efficiency, but also when it comes to construction… …