The plastic we know now, might one day be replaced by bioplastic.
A company called Mango Materials in California is making plastic out of bacteria. They extract something called polymers, then knit it together to create a biodegradable plastic.
As of now, they've sent roughly 2,000 pounds to interested companies, mainly for textile work. Yes, the polyester is out clothes is made from plastic. Mango has a hurdle to jump when it comes to public opinion, however. Apparently, when people think biodegradable clothing, they believe it will fall apart while they're wearing it.
For more info, read NPR's article.
