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Composting is a form of recycling. It involves turning organic materials such as food and yard waste in a pile to promote aerobic activity, and decomposition by microorganisms. This process will create heat if it’s performing correctly. Time frame varies depending on the method and environment used.
Read MoreMost compostable palstics are made of PLA which typically fall into industrial composting for their resilience to high temperatures. The standard for compostability (ASTM D6400) is based on complete biodegradation within 180 days under current composting conditions. These plastics are not hazardous/toxic in production and derived from renewable raw materials like starch (e.g. corn, potato, tapioca, etc.). They will […]
Read MoreVermicomposting is much more sensitive than traditional composting in that temperature regulations must be held for the worms to maintain their livelihood. Therefore, depending on the type/density of the bioplastic the biodegradation time is drawn-out and could give disastrous results, or possibly gum up the system as the worm castings pass through to the next […]
Read MoreA biobased plastic can be partly or entirely biobased. Therefore, just because a plastic product is biobased does not necessarily mean the product is biodegradable or compostable because the percentages vary depending on the blend. This term is used to market an eco-friendly product or material, or a more sustainable alternative. Biobased products include: Adhesives Construction materials and composites Fibers, paper, […]
Read MoreThis is a term used to describe the action of organizations, businesses and individuals taking action to remove as much carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as each put into it. The overall goal of carbon neutrality is to achieve a zero carbon footprint.
Read MoreEPS is not biodegradable and must be recycled where it can is reused for various new products. The downside is there are high costs associated with transporting the waste because of its volume to weight ratio. EPS can be recycled, but the economics often don’t work for recycling companies. End of life values did not […]
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