Save Earth by Switching To Biodegradable Disposable Tableware

Disposable tableware is commonly used in fast-food chains, takeaway restaurants, cafeterias, and food kiosks. They are usually made of plastics and foams. Disposable plates, trays, cups, and bowls are handy while serving food items at a party, picnic, or similar occasion. Such disposable tableware is also a good option for eating conveniently when you are outside. However, with rising pollution levels, green-house effects, and climate change, people are gradually replacing these items with biodegradable disposable tableware. Materials that are decomposed or broken down by biological organisms over a period of time are known are biodegradable products. Plastic is non-biodegradable; hence, food containers made of plastics do not have a good impact on our environment. As a lot of trees are cut to make paper, switching to paper plates and cups is not a solution.

What are biodegradable disposals made up of?

Biodegradable disposable products are usually made from fallen leaves, recycled paper, and bagasse, which is a fiber that comes from sugarcane or sorghum stalks. Sugarcane leaves a by-product, a dry pulpy fibrous residue after it is completely processed which is called bagasse. These materials eco-friendly and aren’t harmful to the environment. It is on-toxic; hence, safe for children. You won’t have to think twice before serving food in biodegradable disposable plates.

Ad vantages of using biodegradable disposables 

Easy composting

Biodegradable disposable tableware like biodegradeable plates can be easily broken by microorganisms after use. You just break them in two or more pieces and throw them into a dustbin/composite bin. However, adding many plates in a composite bin at a time may disturb the entire balance of the pile. Cleaning the leftover food makes the entire process of composting much easier and quicker.

Microwave Safe

Usually, the disposable biodegradable plates are safe for use in microwaves, which makes heating and reheating easier. As they are less likely to break than a paper or a foam plate, it is a convenient way to pack your food and take home. As you can also take the leftover food, it also avoids wastage. All you need to do is just place them in a microwave for a few minutes.

Highly energy efficient

Comparatively, less heat and energy are required to manufacture these plates. It does not create pollution and cause harm to the environment when it gets manufactured. As the material used is renewable, the disposables are very environment-friendly.

Non-toxic

As no chemical, bleach, dyes, and colors are used during its manufacturing, the disposable plates are completely non-toxic and chemical-free. You can serve food without getting worried about health and safety.

Reduce Ocean Pollution

According to various reports, the ocean is polluted with 18 billion pounds of plastics every year. It is not only destroying eco-systems such as coral reefs but also causing the death of various sea creatures. Fish and other aquatic animals eat and ingest plastic.

Just by replacing plastic disposables with biodegradable materials, we can make our earth greener, cleaner, and healthier – a small step that can create a big difference.