The global environmental crisis has undergone a profound transformation over the past several decades, evolving from what was once perceived as a distant, abstract concern into an immediate, tangible challenge that permeates virtually every aspect of human existence and planetary health. The accelerating deterioration of natural ecosystems, coupled with the increasingly visible manifestations of climate change—from record-breaking temperatures and intensified storm systems to prolonged droughts and catastrophic wildfires—has catalyzed a collective recognition that our current patterns of production and consumption are fundamentally unsustainable. This environmental reality is further complicated by the unprecedented pace of resource depletion, with many critical natural resources being extracted at rates far exceeding their regenerative capacity, threatening both ecological integrity and future economic stability. Against this backdrop of multifaceted environmental degradation, the imperative for developing and implementing sustainable alternatives to conventional products has transcended theoretical discourse to become an urgent practical necessity for ensuring both...