Biodegradable Dinnerware
December 4, 2008 by Noel
Filed under Green Living
Anybody here uses disposable plates? I’m sure a lot of us do, specially on family gatherings and parties or during those times that we just don’t want to wash dishes. Unfortunately a lot of these disposable plates end up in landfills and will take a long time for it to decompose.
So what if there is a new kind of dinnerware, something Biodegradable? Now that would be a good idea. Fortunately, there’s one out there that developed this technology…Verterra.
Verterra produces biodegradable dinnerware. Each one-of-a-kind piece, made only from fallen palm leaves and water, is 100% compostable and brings a unique and stylish touch to any holiday table. No chemicals, no waxes, and no dyes. VerTerra plates are also great for sending leftovers and treats home with your guests.
Here are some fun facts about VerTerra:
1. Plates can go straight from the microwave, oven or freezer to your table
2. Once guests have left, you just rinse plates and toss them in the yard (!)
3. In 60 days, the plates will completely decompost. Lab results even show plant growth improved by 20% when VerTerra had composted in the soil.
4. Winner of Expo East’s Best New Green/ Environmentally Product Award 2008
How about biodegradable forks and spoons? Well I think the Chinese are way ahead in the game. They use wooden chopsticks.
[source: verterra ]
