Let's hope for the best regarding this research. Not sure what to think on ExxonMobil involvement. Monopoly and possible diversion springs to mind. Can they be trusted etc.?
Smaller innovative research is also interesting. Recently I saw an article with biodegradable cactus product being used instead of plastic ... plastic bags etc. Mexico-centric I guess. Again, will they have enough funds to fully develop and implement?
Biodegradable. How difficult can that be? It's a scandal. I recall the days when we didn't have plastic bags and plastics everywhere. We managed fine : ).