[chiefalchemist]

True. But there are plenty of times currently where plastic could be replaced with wood. From broomstick handles to sporks, we use a lot of plastic that doesn't have to be plastic.

Cost is a consideration. But plastic over the long term has a cost, that isn't factored into the manufacturing+sales cost.

I'm not suggesting this would solve the problem. That single magic bullet doesn't exist. But it can't hurt either.