Conventional plastic packaging is made from petroleum, which contains carbon dioxide (CO2) that has been trapped for millions of years. When these plastics are burned, the CO2 stored in the petroleum is released back into the atmosphere, adding to greenhouse gas emissions.

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In contrast, bioplastics are produced from plant-based materials like sugarcane starch. During their growth, these plants absorb CO2 from the atmosphere. When bioplastics are burned, they release only the amount of CO2 that the plants previously captured, creating a balanced CO2 cycle. As a result, using bioplastic packaging helps to minimize additional CO2 emissions and supports environmental protection.​