It’s a complex problem for which solutions have many ramifications, so it’s perfectly normal to see different opinions. Personally, I enjoy the friendly and constructive discussion I have seen so far, and can say that I learned a few things.
The "real problem" is a futile entity to identify.
There are an awful lot of real problems.
I really like this technology. It's not going to fix the world. I like that the source is biological because it won't depend to the same extent on petrochemical supplies. I like that it is designed thoughtfully to have good mechanical properties while being nearly entirely recoverable. It's clever.
I don't understand the hate. It's a silver BB but it's at least cool tech.
Apparently hn - presumably an educated crowd - can't even agree what the problem is let alone how to fix it.