Disposable plastics are everywhere: Food containers, coffee cups, plastic bags. Some of these plastics, called compostable plastics, can be engineered to biodegrade under controlled conditions.

If Ottawa can’t get the small stuff right, why should Canadians trust the federal government with the big things? This is what comes to mind as Ottawa’s ban on single-use plastic checkout bags settles ...

A new report from Beyond Plastics, an NGO, claims that very little of the bioplastics labeled as compostable can be composted by consumers. “Compostable” bioplastics can only be broken down in ...

Whether plastic, plant based or compostable, most dog waste bags will still end up in landfill Whether plastic, plant based or compostable, most dog waste bags will still end up in ...

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In 2023, the options for a build-your-own fast-casual lunch can include wild Alaskan salmon, harissa honey chicken, cauliflower shawarma, seasonal roasted zucchini, preserved lemon vinaigrette, ...

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The Global Compostable Plastic Market has experienced significant growth, starting from a valuation of $991.2 million in 2019 and is projected to reach $3,102.6 million by 2027. This report offers a ...