Today’s Solutions: August 03, 2026

While it’s imperative that we stop using single-use water bottles, it’s also important that we find replacements. With that in mind, a British scientist has invented a plastic-free, single-use water bottle that can decompose within three weeks. The outer lining of the bottle is made out of recycled paper donated by business, while the waterproof inner lining is made with a composite material that the scientist has developed himself. 

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