It seems that there are a lot of things that we could do to reduce our need for oil, yet we are slow to change our ways.

We all know that we can make fuel out of corn (ethanol) and we *could* have many cars that run on it.  Yes, it is not as efficient, but it is possible.  However, the other day, I found out something that I didn't know- we can make plastic out of corn.

I was looking for some unique products for trade show give-aways.  I was looking at travel mugs (mainly because I like them) and ran across a "corn mug".  It's made 100% from corn plastic.

The promotional items salesman brought in an example of one.  It's pretty cool.  It's a hard plastic (think 70's mugs) and it is amazingly shiny and smooth.  It also oddly retains heat longer than a regular plastic mug or ceramic mug.  It also costs only about 10% more than a conventionally made mug.

Corn plastic.....who knew?

So, we decided to get them.  I figure that the person who gets it might be as fascinated with it as I am.... plus I'll be able to get one with our logo on it for myself 

With so many foods and products being made of soy, and just about anything that is made from oil being able to be made out of corn, maybe all we need is corn and soy   LOL