1. Reduce your environmental impact
You’re likely familiar with this issue. Plastics such as polypropylene and polystyrene rely on fossil fuels for production and never fully degrade, they just break down into harmful microplastics that contaminate waterways and soil.
Biodegradable products like paper straws and compostable cups are crafted from renewable plant materials leaving a minimal environmental impact.
2. Protect your health
3. Save marine life
Plastics are a major danger to marine life, like sea turtles, whales, seabirds, and many other species, when they enter the oceans. By switching to biodegradable alternatives is a small action that add up to a significant impact in safeguarding our oceans.
4. Get ahead of regulations
Government restrictions on plastic use are increasing globally. Transitioning to biodegradable paper alternatives gets you ahead of the legislative curve. It also demonstrates to policy makers and consumers that you are committed to being part of the solution.
5. Boost recyclability
Recycling plastic straws, cutlery, and to-go containers poses significant challenges. Due to their small size, they frequently end up in landfills and waterways. However, compostable paper-based items can be easily processed in commercial composting facilities, where they biodegrade rapidly.
6. Enhance your reputation
Given the significant concerns regarding climate change and plastic pollution among consumers, adopting environmentally friendly practices can enhance your reputation, aligning with corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives.
7. Appeal to new consumers
In today’s market, particularly among millennials and Gen Z, consumers prioritize sustainability in businesses. Providing biodegradable straws, cup lids, and utensils showcases your commitment to these values.
8. Reduce your carbon footprint
Switching from plastic to paper servers throughout your facility can result in significant savings on waste bills by reducing the amount of materials sent to landfill.
9. Tap into a growing market
The biodegradable paper and packaging market is booming, projected to grow to $132.74 billion by 2028. With more consumers, restaurants and corporations opting for sustainability, the demand for eco-friendly paper straws, cups, plates and napkins is experiencing a boom. Being a pioneer in supplying this segment offers access to significant new revenue streams.
10. Create loyal consumers
In a McKinsey survey of US consumers, more than 60% of respondents said they would pay more for products with sustainable packaging. Switching to biodegradable servers shows that you are attentive to feedback and builds loyalty and trust.
With global plastic production rapidly rising, it’s projected there could be more plastic waste than fish in the ocean (by weight) by 2050. Avoid contributing to the problem by transitioning your foodservice packaging and promotional items to sustainable, biodegradable options. Small changes like paper straws make a real difference, both for the planet and your bottom line.
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