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Graphene-based packaging presented as first truly biodegradeable and compostable alternative to plastic

Envirotec Magazine

UK biotech company Toraphene says it is preparing to unveil the world’s first truly biodegradable, compostable and commercially viable alternative to plastic packaging. It’s because they need specific manmade conditions to biodegrade, and many degrade into microplastics, which contaminate our oceans and food chain for centuries”.

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Top Marketing Strategies for Sustainable Businesses

The Environmental Blog

Here are some examples: Distributing eco-friendly handouts using biodegradable alternatives without using plastics. Green Logistics : Avoid hard-to-open and wasteful packaging materials, like wire ties, air-bubble wrap, and plastic clamshell casings. Promoting the responsible use of products and proper disposal.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

RECYCLED PLASTIC. Recycled plastic used in construction offers a building material that has a lower carbon footprint and is stronger than brick, all while tackling our plastic waste problem ( 367 million metric tons produced globally in 2020). You can find Tangent Materials green product certifications on their website.

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Supply Chain Sustainability: Your 20-Tip Guide to Creating A Sustainable Supply Chain

Green Business Bureau

Tip #2: Seek goods and materials that are biodegradable and compostable : Products that are made from 100% biodegradable and compostable materials contribute less waste to landfills. Tip #3: Choose materials that do not include toxins : Even materials that are biodegradable and recyclable can negatively impact the environment.

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Will the Future Be Zero Waste? What It Could Look Like in a Decade

The Environmental Blog

Meanwhile, we could see biodegradable items or reusable items like wooden toothbrushes and metal drinking straws become commonplace. We can ditch the single-use plastic packaging without forgoing the to-go food we love! It’s a matter of figuring out the logistics and creating incentives to encourage restaurants to switch.

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25 Green Business Ideas for the Aspiring Ecopreneur

Green Business Bureau

Biodegradable, Reusable, and Eco-friendly Consumer Products. Trace amounts of man made plastic have been found as deep as the Mariana Trench, and as high and secluded as Mount Everest, and it’s becoming more and more clear to people worldwide that the problem is getting out of hand. Consulting and Advisory.

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How Companies are Growing Profits and Making Climate Progress: Case Studies

EDF + Business

Decarbonizing packaging Since the 1950s, the world has produced over 9 billion tons (bt) of plastics. Of these plastics, around 36% are used in packaging. Novamont is an Italian company B Corp certified leader in the production of biodegradable and compostable bioplastics from renewable resources.