It is said that Plastics are actually not the problem, but the dumping of plastics is; because it can take centuries to decompose and in that time, it has the potential to create chaos in the ecosystem. An organic substance normally decomposes within a stipulated time and hence is a part of the ecological circle , while plastic is not, thus creating the mammoth problem, that is further compounded by mindless dumping.
Bioplastics are substances that have an organic origin and hence can decompose – unlike plastics. With the whole world working towards a suitable replacement, there are numerous experiments and partial success of bioplastics that decompose naturally. While they are more expensive, eventually they might become cost competitive also.