Brick by brick

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From green LEGO bricks to compostable shoes, Fiona Case investigates how Lego and Reebok are making biomaterials mainstream

The search for sustainably sourced materials is driven by concerns over oil shortages and the environmental consequences of conventional production methods. Fiona Case discusses various approaches to this search, including those taken by major companies such as DuPont and the LEGO group.

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