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Compostable food containers seem like a great idea: They degrade into nutrient-rich organic matter, reducing waste and the need for chemical fertilizers. But much of this packaging relies on per- and ...

August 19 - We’ve all been there: standing by a bin, squinting at a piece of packaging, trying to figure out its fate. Is it recyclable? Does it go straight into the rubbish bin? Increasingly, there’s ...

If you buy a smoothie in Portland, Oregon, the drink might come in a compostable plastic cup, a choice a thoughtful owner might make to make their operations more sustainable. You might think, at a ...

Compostable packaging solutions from Tipa are being implemented worldwide by leading brands in Europe, Australia, and the US. There is a particular focus on food and fashion industries, as these are ...

For years, restaurants have been buying expensive compostable takeout packaging, hoping it was a more planet-friendly solution to single-use plastic. Sadly, few cities have the infrastructure to ...

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On January 1, Berkeley, California rang in the New Year by putting a new rule in place requiring all cafés and restaurants to start charging 25 cents for disposable cups. The cups, in addition to lids ...

The fish-shaped soy sauce bottle, the bread bag tag, and even the tiny ‘pizza table’ are all on the endangered list.

One of the many reasons why I love the University of Massachusetts is the school’s dedication to being a sustainable community. One of the ways in which UMass practices sustainability is by providing ...

On January 1, Berkeley, California rang in the New Year by putting a new rule in place requiring all cafés and restaurants to start charging 25 cents for disposable cups. The cups, in addition to lids ...