Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Andy's Biodegradable Food Packaging


A little bit about PLA (Polylatic acid) food packaging...

-          PLA packaging is currently the leading alternative option to petroleum-based plastic food packaging.
-          Aesthetics are no different than regular plastic.
-          It is derived from fermented plant starch (usually corn starch).
-          Under suitable conditions, PLA packages can decompose within three months, while plastic packages take over 1,000 years.
-          It is carbon neutral: from its production to its decomposition, it leaves no carbon footprints.
-          It contains no toxins.
-          Uses 65% less energy to produce and emits 68% less greenhouse gases compared to conventional plastic.
 
            By using biodegradable packaging, you are becoming greener without any big commitments!

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