Single-use plastics have become a ubiquitous part of our daily lives, from plastic bags and straws to water bottles and food packaging. However, the impact of these plastics on the environment and human health is alarming. According to the United Nations, if current trends continue, there will be more plastic than fish in the ocean by 2050. The production and disposal of single-use plastics contribute to pollution, climate change, and the degradation of ecosystems.

One alternative to single-use plastics is reusable products, such as cloth bags, stainless steel water bottles, and glass or ceramic food containers. These alternatives reduce the amount of plastic waste generated and can be used multiple times, reducing the need for single-use plastics. Additionally, many companies are now offering biodegradable or compostable alternatives to single-use plastics, such as PLA. The problem is that their degradation or compstation requires industrial compostation, which operates under special conditions such as high humidity, temperatures and microorganisms. Disposing these products in nature can increase microplastics pollution in environment. Most of such products never reach the industrial compostation.

However, the term "greenwashing" is often used to describe the practice of companies making false or misleading claims about the environmental benefits of their products. For example, a company may claim that their plastic water bottles are "recyclable" or "biodegradable," but the reality is that they may not be recyclable or biodegradable in all environments. This can lead to confusion and mistrust among consumers, making it difficult to determine which products are truly environmentally friendly. As a result, it is important to be cautious and do thorough research before making purchases, and to support companies that prioritize sustainability and transparency in their products and practices.