Green, renewable, sustainable, ethical practices are fast becoming a standard in most consumer and B2B business models—and that’s a good thing. We only have one planet (at the moment), and it’s up to us to do whatever it takes to keep it healthy; for us, our children, and the other humans, plants, and animals that call it home.
Biobased products are becoming preferred as the world turns away from all things petroleum-based. As consumers and businesses look for more sustainable alternatives to items usually made from plastic, USDA-identified biobased products exist in 139 categories of goods—except for food, fuel, and feed.
Gluten allergies, sensitivities, and celiac disease are prevalent today. As a result, many people tend to avoid foods with gluten to support their healthy lifestyle. While gluten does not adversely affect everybody, many find it to slow their metabolism or cause intestinal disruption, and eliminating it from their diet helps them feel better.
Organizing a neighborhood cleanup is an excellent way to improve your local environs. From picking up trash to planting or maintaining community gardens, beautifying public spaces, and shoreline cleanups, so much can be done. Whatever you choose to take on will surely be well worth the effort.
Living sustainably means making conscious choices about the products we use in our daily lives and businesses. In the food service industry, disposable takeout cups and lids are a staple, but it’s vital to choose a disposable cup that minimizes environmental impact.
Greenprint is 100% committed to a circular, sustainable economy free from plastic waste. It’s a tall order, but we’re doing our part through education, innovation, and advocacy to support the foodservice industry in its transition from single-use plastics.
Of the nearly eight million tons of plastic waste, plastic straws make up about 4% of that total . They are also among the top 10 contributors to ocean marine debris. Plastic straws are not recyclable, partly because of their size but also because most are tossed into the trash and end up in a landfill.
If you could live in a sustainable city, what would that look like? Where would it be? What about that city makes it sustainable? Most of us wouldn’t think of a city as being ecologically friendly. Cities have more people, placing more demand on natural resources, producing more waste and insanely high carbon emissions.
Biodegradable and compostable products are becoming the perfect choice for anyone who wants to make more sustainable purchasing choices. But it is imperative to understand the differences in products ranging from compostable food containers and packaging materials to consumer items like makeup, toothbrushes, and apparel, knowing a product’s biodegradability allows us to be conscious of the environmental impact of our purchases without sacrificing convenience.