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California vs Big Oil
Ever heard the saying "out in the open, yet still concealed"? That's what it feels like when we talk about Big Oil and climate change. Have you delved into the extent of Big Oil's involvement in climate change beyond what is presented on news and social media? The...
The Game Changer: Hemp Straws & The Future of Plastic
The Game Changer: Hemp Straws & The Future of Plastic Consider a world where everyday items, like straws, are not harmful to our planet. This is the promise of hemp straws - a game changer in sustainable practices. Made from USA-grown hemp and FDA-approved natural...
Size Matters: Mastering Straw Size Selection
The size of the straw can make a world of difference in how your customers enjoy their drinks. It's not just about practicality; it is also about elevating the total drinking experience. That's why understanding straw sizes, and having an accurate "Straw Size Chart",...
The Fault in Recycling: Which Plastics to Trust and Which Ones to NOT
Recycling is a tough nut to crack. In fact, when it comes to managing waste effectively, the #1 hurdle is...you guessed it - recycling. Many folks are completely unaware of how to recycle correctly. This separates those who simply discard trash from those committed to...
Practical Steps Towards More Sustainable Waste Management
Though the journey towards sustainable waste management may seem daunting, it is not as complex to traverse as one might expect. Here are some tangible measures that can be taken to overcome these difficulties and work towards a more sustainable planet. 1. Starting...
Hemp Plastic Could Replace Soggy Paper Straws
Hemp Straws are the future of eco-friendly drinking solutions. The truth is, when it comes to sustainable alternatives for single-use plastic straws, many people are left scratching their heads... Enter Hemp Straws. This game-changing innovation not only addresses our...
Not all Compostables are Equal: Industrial vs Home Compostable
Understanding Composting and Its Benefits In the quest for sustainable packaging decisions, composting has emerged as a viable solution. This natural process involves transforming organic materials such as vegetable scraps into nutrient-rich soil conditioner. The...
Increase Foot Traffic By Reducing (Carbon) Footprint: How Being Eco-Savvy Drives Revenue for Restaurants
According to recent studies, 97% of small business owners want to start environmentally responsible initiatives, while 78% of consumers are more likely to patronize businesses that have environmentally friendly products. For businesses looking to survive in this...
A New Captain on the Weather-Helm Ship
The Significance of Michael Regan’s pick as EPA Director Rooted in the Facts is an ongoing series written by journalists, engineers, scientists, and enthusiasts designed to provide insight into Sustainability Initiatives, Green Technology, and Prosperous Circular...
Average Citizens Continue to Foot the Bill
Published on January 15, 2021 Florida Cleanup Highlights Need for Accountability from Multi-Billion Dollar Industries [1/15/21] It seems normal these days in America that average citizens bear the responsibility of cleaning up after the powerful & wealthy. The...
How the Pandemic Can Make a Person Think About Composting
“Bio-Based”: A Multi-part Series Rooted in the Facts For the average person growing up in Long Beach, a backyard was a 5-step concrete walk from end to end, unless you had a larger one in exchange for living space the size of a closet. So growing any kind of garden or...
The Infeasibility of (Industrially) Compostable Bioplastics
Human nature is the largest culprit of our waste problem. Provided a cheap, fast option, the average individual will acquiesce, and the result is recycling becoming a dying industry. In effort to combat that, many companies have taken up the task of creating...
Downsides of Paper Straws: Bioplastic to the Rescue
As the world grapples with plastic pollution, paper straws and bioplastic have emerged as viable alternatives to traditional single-use plastic straws. However, these tree-based alternatives come with their own sets of drawbacks. In this blog post, we delve into the...